Fujifilm S4500 vs Leica V-Lux 4

Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm S4500 and Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4500 was revealed 8 months prior to the V-Lux 4 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm S4500 grades versus the V-Lux 4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 and Leica V-Lux 4. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S4500 enjoys outer dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 4 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm S4500 and Leica V-Lux 4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 compared to the V-Lux 4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4500 and V-Lux 4 is 67 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S4500 and V-Lux 4.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm S4500 to give you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S4500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.