Canon S110 vs Leica V-Lux 20

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon S110 versus Leica V-Lux 20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is fairly close but the S110 (1/1.7") and V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The S110 was brought out 2 years later than the V-Lux 20 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the S110 scores against the V-Lux 20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S110 and Leica V-Lux 20. The entire galleries are provided at Canon S110 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon S110 provides exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 20 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Canon S110 versus Leica V-Lux 20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S110 compared to the V-Lux 20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S110 and V-Lux 20 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S110 and V-Lux 20.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The S110 features the larger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The newer S110 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.