Fujifilm X-S1 vs Leica V-Lux 4

The following is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm X-S1 and Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and V-Lux 4 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-S1 was introduced 9 months before the V-Lux 4 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-S1 matches up vs the V-Lux 4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-S1 & Leica V-Lux 4. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-S1 offers external measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") along with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 4 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-S1 and Leica V-Lux 4 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 against the V-Lux 4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-S1 and V-Lux 4 is 52 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-S1 and V-Lux 4.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-S1 has got the larger sensor which will make getting bokeh easier. The more aged Fujifilm X-S1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.