Canon A1200 vs Leica V-Lux 30

Here is a extended assessment of the Canon A1200 versus Leica V-Lux 30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Leica. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was announced 4 months before the V-Lux 30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the A1200 grades versus the V-Lux 30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Leica V-Lux 30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon A1200 has got physical measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 30 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Canon A1200 versus Leica V-Lux 30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the A1200 and the V-Lux 30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and V-Lux 30 is 92 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A1200 and V-Lux 30.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Leica V-Lux 30 to provide more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively.