Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 20

On this page, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm S9900w and Leica V-Lux 20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and V-Lux 20 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9900w was launched 4 years later than the V-Lux 20 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm S9900w grades versus the V-Lux 20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm S9900w and Leica V-Lux 20. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery and Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9900w comes with outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 20 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S9900w and Leica V-Lux 20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w compared to the V-Lux 20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9900w and V-Lux 20 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S9900w and V-Lux 20.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm S9900w to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm S9900w is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.