Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro vs Leica V-Lux 30

      Disclosure: We earn money from the affiliate links to products associated with content in this article.

      Specifications

      General Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      BrandFujifilmLeica
      ModelFinePix S3 ProV-Lux 30
      Predecessor ModelFujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
      Successor ModelFujifilm FinePix S5 Pro
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensPoint & Shoot
      Body TypeDSLRStandard Compact
      Video Capture
      Sensor Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      Sensor TypeCCDCMOS
      Sensor SizeAPS-C1/2.33-inch
      Sensor Dimensions23 x 15.5 mm6.08 x 4.56 mm
      Total Pixels12 Megapixel15.1 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels6 Megapixel14.1 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 1,60080 - 6,400
      Photo Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      ProcessorVenus Engine FHD
      Max Image Resolution4256 x 28484320 x 3240
      Other Resolutions3024 x 2016, 2304 x 1536, 1440 x 9604320 x 3240, 4320 x 2880, 4320 x 2432, 3648 x 2736, 3648 x 2432, 3648 x 2056, 3232 x 3232,3072 x 2048, 3072 x 2304, 3072 x 1728, 2736 x 2736, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1712, 2560 x 1440, 2304 x 2304, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1920, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536, 640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360, 480 x 480
      Image Aspect Ratios3:21:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsBasic, Normal, FineFine, Standard
      Bit Depth14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto, fine, shade, incandescent, 3 mode flourescent, Custom
      WB Bracketing
      Focus Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Multi-area
      Center
      Tracking
      Continuous
      Touch
      Live View
      Lens ServoSingle Servo AF (S), Continuous Servo AF (C), Manual focus (M)
      Focus Tracking automatically activated in subject's status in Single Servo AF (S) or Continuous Servo AF (C)
      Number of Focus Points11
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      Lens MountNikon F
      Crop Factor1.5x
      35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range24 - 384 mm
      Optical Zoom16x
      Maximum Aperturef/3.3 - 5.9
      Min Normal Focus Distance50 cm
      Min Macro Focus Distance3 cm
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size2.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution235k dot460k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage94%
      Shutter Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      Shutter TypeMechanical and Electronic
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec60 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting10.0 fps
      Flash Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-eye reduction
      Slow Sync
      Auto
      On
      Off
      Red-eye
      Slow Syncro
      Flash Range15.00 m5.00 m
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/180 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash ConnectionHot-shoe (Safety lock provided)
      PC Socket
      Exposure Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesP: Auto-Multi Program (Flexible program possible), S: Shutter-priority Auto A: Aperture-priority Auto, M: Manual
      Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/2 EV increments)±2 (at 1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing 2 or 3 shots in 1/2 EV steps
      DXO Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      DxO Low Light ISO346
      DxO Color Depth20.9
      DxO Dynamic Range13.5
      DxO Overall Score60
      Video Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      Internal Recording ModesNo
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, AVCHD
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Terminals Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Optional
      Environmental Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      Environmental Sealing
      Physical Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      Dimensions148 x 135 x 80 mm (5.83 x 5.31 x 3.15")105 x 58 x 43 mm (4.13 x 2.28 x 1.69")
      Weight (inc. batteries)930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)219 g (0.48 lb / 7.72 oz)
      Package Weight5 lb
      Power and Storage Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      Battery Life260 shots
      Internal Storage18 MB
      External StorageSingle Slot: xD Picture Card, Compact Flash Type I/IISingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
      Other Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro Leica V-Lux 30
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10 or 20 secYes (2 or 10 sec)
      Orientation Sensor


      For a full review please go to the review page:

      Amazon Affiliate Disclosure
      ZKelectronics is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for website owners to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon (.com, .co.uk, .ca, etc) and any other websites that may be affiliated with Amazon Service LLC Associates Program.