Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 30
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Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 30 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
- Launched January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Announced May 2011

Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 30 Overview
Below is a complete overview of the Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9900w was brought out 3 years later than the V-Lux 30 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm S9900w grades against the V-Lux 30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm S9900w & Leica V-Lux 30. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery & Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9900w over the Leica V-Lux 30
Fujifilm S9900w | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | May 2011 | More recent by 45 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Fujifilm S9900w
V-Lux 30 | Fujifilm S9900w | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9900w and Leica V-Lux 30
Fujifilm S9900w | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 30 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S9900w provides exterior 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 30 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w versus the V-Lux 30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9900w and V-Lux 30 is 61 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9900w and V-Lux 30.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Fujifilm S9900w to show greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S9900w should have an edge in sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm S9900w vs Leica V-Lux 30 Specifications
Fujifilm S9900w | Leica V-Lux 30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model | Fujifilm S9900w | Leica V-Lux 30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2011-05-26 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 lbs) | 219g (0.48 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 260 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $719 | $900 |