Fujifilm S9400W vs Leica V-Lux 2

Let's look closer at the Fujifilm S9400W vs Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9400W was released 3 years later than the V-Lux 2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S9400W scores versus the V-Lux 2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W and Leica V-Lux 2. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery and Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S9400W comes with exterior measurements 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 2 has measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S9400W vs Leica V-Lux 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W against the V-Lux 2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9400W and V-Lux 2 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9400W and V-Lux 2.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S9400W to render more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S9400W is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.