Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 20
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Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched April 2010

Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Leica V-Lux 20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Leica. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and V-Lux 20 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm SL1000 was introduced 2 years after the V-Lux 20 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm SL1000 grades against the V-Lux 20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Leica V-Lux 20. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL1000 over the Leica V-Lux 20
Fujifilm SL1000 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | April 2010 | Newer by 34 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+459k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Fujifilm SL1000
V-Lux 20 | Fujifilm SL1000 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm SL1000 and Leica V-Lux 20
Fujifilm SL1000 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm SL1000 provides external 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 20 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Leica V-Lux 20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 vs the V-Lux 20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL1000 and V-Lux 20 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL1000 and V-Lux 20.
Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm SL1000 to resolve extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm SL1000 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 | Leica V-Lux 20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 | Leica V-Lux 20 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2010-04-20 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 659g (1.45 lb) | 218g (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 89 x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $600 | $779 |