Fujifilm SL300 vs Leica V-Lux 2

Here is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 vs Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL300 was announced 16 months later than the V-Lux 2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm SL300 matches up against the V-Lux 2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 & Leica V-Lux 2. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm SL300 provides outside dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 2 has sizing of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 vs the V-Lux 2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL300 and V-Lux 2 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL300 and V-Lux 2.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always take the age of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm SL300 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.