Fujifilm S8400W vs Leica V-Lux 40
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Leica V-Lux 40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Launched March 2013
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- 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
- Announced May 2012
Fujifilm S8400W vs Leica V-Lux 40 Overview
Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm S8400W and Leica V-Lux 40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe Fujifilm S8400W was launched 11 months later than the V-Lux 40 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm S8400W scores against the V-Lux 40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm S8400W vs Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W & Leica V-Lux 40. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery & Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the Leica V-Lux 40
Fujifilm S8400W | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Announced | March 2013 | May 2012 | Fresher by 11 months | |
Manually focus | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Fujifilm S8400W
V-Lux 40 | Fujifilm S8400W | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8400W and Leica V-Lux 40
Fujifilm S8400W | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm S8400W vs Leica V-Lux 40 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8400W enjoys exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 40 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S8400W and Leica V-Lux 40 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W vs the V-Lux 40.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8400W and V-Lux 40 is 61 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm S8400W vs Leica V-Lux 40 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8400W and V-Lux 40.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm S8400W to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S8400W provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Leica V-Lux 40 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Leica V-Lux 40 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Leica V-Lux 40 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-03-22 | 2012-05-10 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1056mm (44.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 201 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 lb) | 210g (0.46 lb) |
Physical 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 All around 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 | 300 photographs | 210 photographs |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $300 | $699 |