Fujifilm F800EXR vs Leica V-Lux 2

Here is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm F800EXR versus Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F800EXR (16MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm F800EXR (1/2") and V-Lux 2 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F800EXR was introduced 23 months later than the V-Lux 2 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm F800EXR being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm F800EXR grades versus the V-Lux 2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F800EXR & Leica V-Lux 2. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm F800EXR Gallery & Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm F800EXR has got exterior measurements of 105mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 2 has sizing of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm F800EXR versus Leica V-Lux 2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm F800EXR against the V-Lux 2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F800EXR and V-Lux 2 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F800EXR and V-Lux 2.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F800EXR having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm F800EXR will give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm F800EXR will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.