Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 3
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Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 81 x 95mm
- Announced December 2011
- Succeeded the Leica V-Lux 2
- Replacement is Leica V-Lux 4

Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 3 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Fujifilm S9900w versus Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and V-Lux 3 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9900w was launched 3 years later than the V-Lux 3 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm S9900w scores against the V-Lux 3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm S9900w & Leica V-Lux 3. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery & Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9900w over the Leica V-Lux 3
Fujifilm S9900w | V-Lux 3 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | December 2011 | More recent by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 3 over the Fujifilm S9900w
V-Lux 3 | Fujifilm S9900w | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9900w and Leica V-Lux 3
Fujifilm S9900w | V-Lux 3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 3 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S9900w comes with physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 3 has measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S9900w versus Leica V-Lux 3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w vs the V-Lux 3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9900w and V-Lux 3 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9900w and V-Lux 3.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm S9900w to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S9900w is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 3 Specifications
Fujifilm S9900w | Leica V-Lux 3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model type | Fujifilm S9900w | Leica V-Lux 3 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-01-14 | 2011-12-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 9.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 grams (1.48 lbs) | 540 grams (1.19 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 124 x 81 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 410 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | BP-DC 9 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $719 | $949 |