Fujifilm S8200 vs Leica V-Lux 40

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm S8200 vs Leica V-Lux 40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8200 was released 9 months later than the V-Lux 40 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S8200 scores vs the V-Lux 40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Leica V-Lux 40. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8200 offers exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 40 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S8200 vs Leica V-Lux 40 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 compared to the V-Lux 40.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8200 and V-Lux 40 is 61 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8200 and V-Lux 40.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm S8200 to give more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm S8200 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.