Fujifilm S8200 vs Leica V-Lux 40
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Fujifilm S8200 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced May 2012

Fujifilm S8200 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Overview
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").

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.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8200 over the Leica V-Lux 40
Fujifilm S8200 | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2012 | Fresher by 9 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Fujifilm S8200
V-Lux 40 | Fujifilm S8200 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8200 and Leica V-Lux 40
Fujifilm S8200 | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm S8200 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Physical Comparison
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.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Sensor Comparison
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.

Fujifilm S8200 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S8200 vs Leica V-Lux 40 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8200 | Leica V-Lux 40 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8200 | Leica V-Lux 40 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2012-05-10 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dots | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 pounds) | 210g (0.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 210 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $450 | $699 |