Fujifilm F660EXR vs Leica V-Lux 4

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm F660EXR and Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm F660EXR (16MP) and V-Lux 4 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F660EXR (1/2") and V-Lux 4 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F660EXR was announced 8 months earlier than the V-Lux 4 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm F660EXR being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm F660EXR grades against the V-Lux 4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR and Leica V-Lux 4. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F660EXR Gallery and Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F660EXR provides physical dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 4 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

See the Fujifilm F660EXR and Leica V-Lux 4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm F660EXR versus the V-Lux 4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F660EXR and V-Lux 4 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F660EXR and V-Lux 4.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F660EXR using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm F660EXR will give extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm F660EXR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.