Fujifilm S8200 vs Leica V-Lux 5

In this write-up, we are matching up the Fujifilm S8200 versus Leica V-Lux 5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the V-Lux 5 (20MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm S8200 (1/2.3") and V-Lux 5 (1") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm S8200 was manufactured 8 years before the V-Lux 5 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm S8200 scores vs the V-Lux 5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Leica V-Lux 5. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8200 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8200 features 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) while the Leica V-Lux 5 has measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm S8200 versus Leica V-Lux 5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8200 and the V-Lux 5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8200 and V-Lux 5 is 61 and 55 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8200 and V-Lux 5.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm S8200 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Leica V-Lux 5 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.