Canon S120 vs Leica V-Lux 40

Here, we are looking at the Canon S120 and Leica V-Lux 40, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Leica. The resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the S120 (1/1.7") and V-Lux 40 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S120 was announced 19 months later than the V-Lux 40 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S120 scores versus the V-Lux 40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S120 and Leica V-Lux 40. The whole galleries are available at Canon S120 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon S120 has outer dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 40 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Canon S120 and Leica V-Lux 40 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S120 compared to the V-Lux 40.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S120 and V-Lux 40 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S120 and V-Lux 40.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S120 using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Leica V-Lux 40 will show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent S120 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.