Fujifilm S8100fd vs Leica V-Lux 4

Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was unveiled 4 years prior to the V-Lux 4 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8100fd being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm S8100fd scores versus the V-Lux 4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Leica V-Lux 4. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8100fd has outer measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 4 has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Leica V-Lux 4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd and the V-Lux 4.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and V-Lux 4 is 75 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8100fd and V-Lux 4.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Leica V-Lux 4 to render greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8100fd will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.