Fujifilm S9200 vs Leica V-Lux 3

The following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm S9200 and Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S9200 (16MP) and V-Lux 3 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9200 was introduced 2 years after the V-Lux 3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm S9200 matches up against the V-Lux 3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S9200 and Leica V-Lux 3. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9200 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9200 offers outer 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) and the Leica V-Lux 3 has specifications of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S9200 and Leica V-Lux 3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S9200 compared to the V-Lux 3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9200 and V-Lux 3 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The pic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9200 and V-Lux 3.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S9200 to show more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S9200 will have a benefit in sensor technology.