Fujifilm SL240 vs Leica V-Lux 4

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm SL240 vs Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL240 was announced 8 months before the V-Lux 4 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm SL240 scores vs the V-Lux 4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 and Leica V-Lux 4. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL240 has got exterior dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 4 has specifications of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm SL240 vs Leica V-Lux 4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 against the V-Lux 4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL240 and V-Lux 4 is 67 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL240 and V-Lux 4.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm SL240 to offer extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm SL240 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.