Fujifilm X-S1 vs Leica V-Lux 20

Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-S1 vs Leica V-Lux 20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-S1 was unveiled 20 months after the V-Lux 20 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-S1 scores vs the V-Lux 20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-S1 and Leica V-Lux 20. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-S1 enjoys outside measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 20 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-S1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 versus the V-Lux 20.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-S1 and V-Lux 20 is 52 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The image below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-S1 and V-Lux 20.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-S1 comes with the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field simpler. The more recent Fujifilm X-S1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.