Fujifilm X30 vs Leica V-Lux 40

The following is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm X30 versus Leica V-Lux 40, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and V-Lux 40 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X30 was introduced 2 years after the V-Lux 40 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X30 grades against the V-Lux 40 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X30 & Leica V-Lux 40. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X30 features outer measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 40 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X30 versus Leica V-Lux 40 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X30 vs the V-Lux 40.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X30 and V-Lux 40 is 80 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The pic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and V-Lux 40.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X30 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica V-Lux 40 will offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X30 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.