Fujifilm S8600 vs Leica V-Lux 4

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm S8600 vs Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and V-Lux 4 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8600 was launched 16 months after the V-Lux 4 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm S8600 matches up against the V-Lux 4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 and Leica V-Lux 4. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8600 provides physical measurements of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 4 has specifications of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S8600 vs Leica V-Lux 4 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 vs the V-Lux 4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8600 and V-Lux 4 is 76 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8600 and V-Lux 4.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S8600 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S8600 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.