Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Leica V-Lux 40

In this article, we will be comparing the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Leica V-Lux 40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and V-Lux 40 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was brought out 9 months earlier than the V-Lux 40 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR scores versus the V-Lux 40 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Leica V-Lux 40. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F550 EXR offers external measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 40 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Leica V-Lux 40 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR compared to the V-Lux 40.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and V-Lux 40 is 91 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and V-Lux 40.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm F550 EXR because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm F550 EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.