Fujifilm SL240 vs Leica V-Lux 20

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm SL240 and Leica V-Lux 20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL240 was brought out 21 months later than the V-Lux 20 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm SL240 grades against the V-Lux 20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 and Leica V-Lux 20. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL240 provides outside dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 20 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm SL240 and Leica V-Lux 20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 against the V-Lux 20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL240 and V-Lux 20 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL240 and V-Lux 20.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm SL240 to offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm SL240 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.