Fujifilm FinePix S8200 vs Leica X Vario

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and the Leica X Vario, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Fujifilm FinePix S8200 was introduced in January 2013 and Leica X Vario was introduced in June 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S8200 over Leica X Vario.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Leica X Vario over Fujifilm FinePix S8200.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Fujifilm FinePix S8200 and Leica X Vario have 3.0" Fixed screens with 460k dot and 920k dot resolutions respectively.

Viewfinder

Fujifilm FinePix S8200 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 200k dot resolution. It has a 97% coverage.Leica X Vario does not have a built-in viewfinder but an optional electronic viewfinder can be attached.

Fujifilm FinePix S8200 features a 16.2 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 64 - 12,800. Leica X Vario features a 16.1 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.8 mm and a total area of 249.6 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,500.

Fujifilm FinePix S8200 has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Fujifilm FinePix S8200 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. Leica X Vario can take pictures up to 4928 x 3272 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4944 x 3272, 4288 x 2856, 3264 x 2160, 2144 x1424, 1632 x 1080 with 3:2 aspect ratios.

Fujifilm FinePix S8200 has an image stabilization.

NFC on Fujifilm FinePix S8200

Fujifilm FinePix S8200 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm FinePix S8200 has a Mini HDMI and Leica X Vario has an HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm FinePix S8200 comes with 4 x AA battery pack and Leica X Vario comes with BP-DC8 battery pack with battery life of 450 shots.

External Storage Slots

Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/1700 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S8200, and up to 1/2000 sec on Leica X Vario. Fujifilm FinePix S8200 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps. Leica X Vario can shoot continuously up to 5.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash. Leica X Vario also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount..

Fujifilm FinePix S8200 body has dimensions of 123 x 87 x 116 mm (4.84 x 3.43 x 4.57") and Leica X Vario body has dimensions of 133 x 73 x 95 mm (5.24 x 2.87 x 3.74"). Fujifilm FinePix S8200 weighs 670 g (1.48 lb / 23.63 oz) and Leica X Vario weighs 680 g (1.50 lb / 23.99 oz).

Fujifilm FinePix S8200

Leica X Vario

123 mm

87 mm

133 mm

73 mm

87 mm

73 mm

116 mm

95 mm