Canon A3500 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30

Following is a extensive assessment of the Canon A3500 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3500 IS was revealed 20 months after the V-Lux 30 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the A3500 IS matches up against the V-Lux 30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS & Leica V-Lux 30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A3500 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 30 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3500 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A3500 IS compared to the V-Lux 30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A3500 IS and V-Lux 30 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A3500 IS and V-Lux 30.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Canon A3500 IS to render more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent A3500 IS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.