Fujifilm S8600 vs Leica V-Lux 3

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm S8600 vs Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and V-Lux 3 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was announced 2 years later than the V-Lux 3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S8600 scores versus the V-Lux 3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and Leica V-Lux 3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S8600 has got outside dimensions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 3 has proportions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S8600 vs Leica V-Lux 3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 against the V-Lux 3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8600 and V-Lux 3 is 76 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8600 and V-Lux 3.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm S8600 to result in greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S8600 provides an edge in sensor innovation.