Fujifilm SL1000 vs Leica V-Lux 4

In this article, we are reviewing the Fujifilm SL1000 and Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and V-Lux 4 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was unveiled 4 months after the V-Lux 4 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm SL1000 grades versus the V-Lux 4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Leica V-Lux 4. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm SL1000 provides outer dimensions of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 4 has sizing 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 SL1000 and Leica V-Lux 4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 vs the V-Lux 4.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL1000 and V-Lux 4 is 61 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The pic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL1000 and V-Lux 4.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm SL1000 to produce greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively.