Fujifilm S1 vs Leica V-Lux 30

Let's look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm S1 vs Leica V-Lux 30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was brought out 2 years after the V-Lux 30 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S1 matches up against the V-Lux 30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1 & Leica V-Lux 30. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S1 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S1 enjoys outside dimensions of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 30 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S1 and the V-Lux 30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S1 and V-Lux 30 is 60 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S1 and V-Lux 30.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm S1 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.