Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Leica V-Lux 2

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") and V-Lux 2 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm HS50 EXR was announced 2 years later than the V-Lux 2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm HS50 EXR matches up versus the V-Lux 2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR and Leica V-Lux 2. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery and Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR has outer measurements of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") and a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 2 has sizing of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus Leica V-Lux 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus the V-Lux 2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and V-Lux 2 is 54 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and V-Lux 2.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR will render more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm HS50 EXR will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.