Fujifilm S8300 vs Leica V-Lux 2

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm S8300 and Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8300 was launched 2 years after the V-Lux 2 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm S8300 matches up versus the V-Lux 2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Leica V-Lux 2. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8300 features exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 2 has proportions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm S8300 and Leica V-Lux 2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 and the V-Lux 2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8300 and V-Lux 2 is 61 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The image here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8300 and V-Lux 2.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm S8300 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm S8300 will have a benefit in sensor tech.