Fujifilm S4200 vs Leica V-Lux 20

Let's look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm S4200 versus Leica V-Lux 20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4200 was released 21 months later than the V-Lux 20 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S4200 grades against the V-Lux 20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 and Leica V-Lux 20. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S4200 provides outer measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 20 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm S4200 versus Leica V-Lux 20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 and the V-Lux 20.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S4200 and V-Lux 20 is 67 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4200 and V-Lux 20.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S4200 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S4200 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.