Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Leica V-Lux 5

On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm HS35EXR versus Leica V-Lux 5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm HS35EXR (16MP) and the V-Lux 5 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm HS35EXR (1/2") and V-Lux 5 (1") boast different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm HS35EXR was revealed 8 years earlier than the V-Lux 5 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm HS35EXR matches up vs the V-Lux 5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR and Leica V-Lux 5. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS35EXR Gallery and Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm HS35EXR has physical dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") and a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 5 has measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") and a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm HS35EXR versus Leica V-Lux 5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm HS35EXR against the V-Lux 5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS35EXR and V-Lux 5 is 59 and 55 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm HS35EXR and V-Lux 5.

Clearly, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm HS35EXR with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Leica V-Lux 5 will give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm HS35EXR is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.