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Fujifilm X20 vs Leica V-Lux 20

Portability
83
Imaging
38
Features
59
Overall
46
Fujifilm X20 front
 
Leica V-Lux 20 front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34

Fujifilm X20 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Key Specs

Fujifilm X20
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
  • 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
  • Announced April 2013
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X10
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X30
Leica V-Lux 20
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
  • 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
  • Released April 2010
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Fujifilm X20 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Overview

The following is a extensive overview of the Fujifilm X20 vs Leica V-Lux 20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X20 was unveiled 3 years after the V-Lux 20 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X20 grades vs the V-Lux 20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Leica V-Lux 20

 Fujifilm X20 V-Lux 20 
ReleasedApril 2013April 2010Newer by 37 months
Manual focus Very precise focus

Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Fujifilm X20

 V-Lux 20 Fujifilm X20 
Display size3"2.8"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution461k460kClearer display (+1k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Leica V-Lux 20

 Fujifilm X20 V-Lux 20 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Fujifilm X20 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Physical Comparison

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X20 enjoys exterior measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 20 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X20 compared to the V-Lux 20.

Fujifilm X20 vs Leica V-Lux 20 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and V-Lux 20 is 83 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm X20 vs Leica V-Lux 20 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X20 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X20 and V-Lux 20.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 offers the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier. The younger Fujifilm X20 should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X20 vs Leica V-Lux 20 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X20 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X20 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X20 Portrait photography factors
Leica V-Lux 20 Portrait photography factors
46
has manual focus
above average flash sync (1/1,000 seconds)
exports RAW files
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (2/3")
21
lack of manual focus
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X20
Street photography with Leica V-Lux 20
58
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW files
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (2/3")
heavier than competitors (353 grams)
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (218 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X20 as a Sports photography camera
Leica V-Lux 20 as a Sports photography camera
52
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers tracking focus
good battery power (270 per charge)
supports phase detect AF
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (2/3")
27
image stabilization (Optical)
low fps (2.0 fps)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X20
Travel photography with Leica V-Lux 20
60
good battery power (270 per charge)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors (353 grams)
low megapixels (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
63
lighter than competitors in class (218g)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
very long reach (300mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X20 as a Landscape photography camera
Leica V-Lux 20 as a Landscape photography camera
55
has manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (2.8")
has image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW files
good battery power (270 shots)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (2/3")
does not have Time Lapse function
38
decently wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X20 Vlogging factors
Leica V-Lux 20 Vlogging factors
31
fairly wide (28mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic port
heavier than competitors (353g)
30
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (218 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic port
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Fujifilm X20 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X20 and Leica V-Lux 20
 Fujifilm X20Leica V-Lux 20
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Leica
Model type Fujifilm X20 Leica V-Lux 20
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2013-04-29 2010-04-20
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CCD
Sensor size 2/3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 8.8 x 6.6mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 58.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 12800 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.0-2.8 f/3.3-4.9
Macro focusing range 1cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 4.1 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.8 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 460 thousand dot 461 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (tunnel) None
Viewfinder coverage 85% -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 60 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 12.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.00 m 5.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/1000 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 353g (0.78 lbs) 218g (0.48 lbs)
Physical dimensions 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 270 shots -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-50 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $500 $779