Fujifilm S8500 vs Leica V-Lux 2

Below, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm S8500 vs Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was released 2 years later than the V-Lux 2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores vs the V-Lux 2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Leica V-Lux 2. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8500 offers exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 2 has specifications of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm S8500 vs Leica V-Lux 2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 compared to the V-Lux 2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8500 and V-Lux 2 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8500 and V-Lux 2.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Fujifilm S8500 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S8500 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.