Fujifilm S4200 vs Leica V-Lux 3
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Fujifilm S4200 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 81 x 95mm
- Released December 2011
- Replaced the Leica V-Lux 2
- Updated by Leica V-Lux 4

Fujifilm S4200 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Overview
Below is a thorough assessment of the Fujifilm S4200 and Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and the V-Lux 3 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S4200 was introduced within a month of the V-Lux 3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm S4200 matches up against the V-Lux 3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm S4200 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 and Leica V-Lux 3. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4200 over the Leica V-Lux 3
Fujifilm S4200 | V-Lux 3 |
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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 3 over the Fujifilm S4200
V-Lux 3 | Fujifilm S4200 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4200 and Leica V-Lux 3
Fujifilm S4200 | V-Lux 3 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | December 2011 | Same generation |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm S4200 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S4200 comes with external measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 3 has dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S4200 and Leica V-Lux 3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 versus the V-Lux 3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4200 and V-Lux 3 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Fujifilm S4200 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The visual below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4200 and V-Lux 3.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S4200 to show more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively.

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Fujifilm S4200 vs Leica V-Lux 3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S4200 | Leica V-Lux 3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 | Leica V-Lux 3 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2011-12-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | 9.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 543g (1.20 pounds) | 540g (1.19 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 124 x 81 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 photos | 410 photos |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | BP-DC 9 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $949 |