Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 2
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Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 659g - 123 x 89 x 123mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 520g - 124 x 80 x 95mm
- Released September 2010
- Successor is Leica V-Lux 3

Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm SL1000 was introduced 2 years after the V-Lux 2 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm SL1000 scores against the V-Lux 2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 & Leica V-Lux 2. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL1000 over the Leica V-Lux 2
Fujifilm SL1000 | V-Lux 2 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | September 2010 | Newer by 28 months |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 2 over the Fujifilm SL1000
V-Lux 2 | Fujifilm SL1000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm SL1000 and Leica V-Lux 2
Fujifilm SL1000 | V-Lux 2 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL1000 comes with outside measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") with a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 2 has specifications of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 and the V-Lux 2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL1000 and V-Lux 2 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL1000 and V-Lux 2.
As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm SL1000 to produce extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm SL1000 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 2 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 | Leica V-Lux 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 | Leica V-Lux 2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2010-09-21 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dot | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 9.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 659g (1.45 lbs) | 520g (1.15 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 89 x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") | 124 x 80 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $600 | $1,000 |