Fujifilm S8300 vs Leica V-Lux 5

On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm S8300 versus Leica V-Lux 5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and the V-Lux 5 (20MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm S8300 (1/2.3") and V-Lux 5 (1") boast different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm S8300 was announced 8 years earlier than the V-Lux 5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm S8300 scores versus the V-Lux 5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Leica V-Lux 5. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8300 enjoys external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 5 has sizing of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8300 versus Leica V-Lux 5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 and the V-Lux 5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8300 and V-Lux 5 is 61 and 55 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8300 and V-Lux 5.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm S8300 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Leica V-Lux 5 will provide you with more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8300 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.