Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20
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![Fujifilm XF1 front Fujifilm XF1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-XF1/Fujifilm-XF1-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 33mm
- Announced September 2012
(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
- Introduced April 2010
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Overview
Below is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm XF1 versus Leica V-Lux 20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.
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The Fujifilm XF1 was brought out 2 years later than the V-Lux 20 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm XF1 matches up versus the V-Lux 20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XF1 & Leica V-Lux 20. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XF1 over the Leica V-Lux 20
Fujifilm XF1 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Introduced | September 2012 | ![]() | April 2010 | More recent by 30 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Fujifilm XF1
V-Lux 20 | Fujifilm XF1 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XF1 and Leica V-Lux 20
Fujifilm XF1 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XF1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 20 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm XF1 versus Leica V-Lux 20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 compared to the V-Lux 20.
![Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 size comparison Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-XF1-vs-Leica-V-Lux-20-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XF1 and V-Lux 20 is 90 and 91 respectively.
![Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-XF1-vs-Leica-V-Lux-20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The photograph here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XF1 and V-Lux 20.
To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XF1 contains the larger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh simpler. The more modern Fujifilm XF1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 sensor size comparison Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-XF1-vs-Leica-V-Lux-20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-XF1-vs-Leica-V-Lux-20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm XF1 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Specifications
Fujifilm XF1 | Leica V-Lux 20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model type | Fujifilm XF1 | Leica V-Lux 20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-09-17 | 2010-04-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 255g (0.56 lbs) | 218g (0.48 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 199 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $380 | $779 |