Fujifilm SL300 vs Leica V-Lux 4

In this article, we are reviewing the Fujifilm SL300 vs Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL300 was revealed 8 months prior to the V-Lux 4 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm SL300 matches up vs the V-Lux 4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 and Leica V-Lux 4. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm SL300 has got outer measurements 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 dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 and the V-Lux 4.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL300 and V-Lux 4 is 67 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL300 and V-Lux 4.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm SL300 to result in more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm SL300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.