Fujifilm XP30 vs Leica V-Lux 40

Here is a extended overview of the Fujifilm XP30 versus Leica V-Lux 40, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was announced 8 months before the V-Lux 40 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades versus the V-Lux 40 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 & Leica V-Lux 40. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP30 has got physical dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 40 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs the V-Lux 40.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP30 and V-Lux 40 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP30 and V-Lux 40.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm XP30 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.