Canon A3400 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon A3400 IS and Leica V-Lux 30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3400 IS was announced 9 months later than the V-Lux 30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the A3400 IS grades versus the V-Lux 30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS and Leica V-Lux 30. The whole galleries are available at Canon A3400 IS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A3400 IS enjoys external measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 30 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the A3400 IS versus the V-Lux 30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3400 IS and V-Lux 30 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A3400 IS and V-Lux 30.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon A3400 IS to give more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger A3400 IS should have an edge in sensor tech.