Fujifilm S4800 vs Leica V-Lux 3

Below is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 and Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and V-Lux 3 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4800 was manufactured 14 months later than the V-Lux 3 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm S4800 matches up vs the V-Lux 3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Leica V-Lux 3. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm S4800 offers physical measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 3 has specifications of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

See the Fujifilm S4800 and Leica V-Lux 3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 versus the V-Lux 3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4800 and V-Lux 3 is 66 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4800 and V-Lux 3.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm S4800 to deliver more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm S4800 will have an edge in sensor tech.