Canon A1200 vs Leica V-Lux 40

Its time to look more closely at the Canon A1200 versus Leica V-Lux 40, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was brought out 16 months prior to the V-Lux 40 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the A1200 matches up against the V-Lux 40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Leica V-Lux 40. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 enjoys exterior dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 40 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A1200 versus Leica V-Lux 40 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the A1200 compared to the V-Lux 40.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and V-Lux 40 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The picture below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and V-Lux 40.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Leica V-Lux 40 to give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged A1200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.