Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Leica V-Lux 3

Following is a thorough comparison of the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Leica V-Lux 3, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the V-Lux 3 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was manufactured 10 months earlier than the V-Lux 3 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon ELPH 100 HS being a Ultracompact camera and the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the ELPH 100 HS scores against the V-Lux 3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Leica V-Lux 3. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 100 HS has got external measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 3 has specifications of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS and the V-Lux 3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 100 HS and V-Lux 3 is 96 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 100 HS and V-Lux 3.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos however you should always take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged ELPH 100 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.