Fujifilm S9800 vs Leica V-Lux 4

Lets take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm S9800 and Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and V-Lux 4 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9800 was launched 2 years after the V-Lux 4 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm S9800 matches up against the V-Lux 4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm S9800 and Leica V-Lux 4. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S9800 provides external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 4 has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S9800 and Leica V-Lux 4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 versus the V-Lux 4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9800 and V-Lux 4 is 61 and 65 respectively.

Often, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9800 and V-Lux 4.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S9800 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S9800 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.