Fujifilm JZ100 vs Leica V-Lux 30
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Launched May 2011

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm JZ100 and Leica V-Lux 30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JZ100 was manufactured 8 months later than the V-Lux 30 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm JZ100 matches up against the V-Lux 30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Leica V-Lux 30. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Leica V-Lux 30
Fujifilm JZ100 | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | May 2011 | Fresher by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Fujifilm JZ100
V-Lux 30 | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm JZ100 and Leica V-Lux 30
Fujifilm JZ100 | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Fujifilm JZ100 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JZ100 comes with outside measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 30 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm JZ100 and Leica V-Lux 30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 compared to the V-Lux 30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JZ100 and V-Lux 30 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JZ100 and V-Lux 30.
As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm JZ100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Leica V-Lux 30 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Leica V-Lux 30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Leica V-Lux 30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2011-05-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 129 grams (0.28 pounds) | 219 grams (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $190 | $900 |