Canon SD3500 IS vs Leica D-LUX 5

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SD3500 IS versus Leica D-LUX 5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Leica. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the SD3500 IS (1/2.3") and D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The SD3500 IS was announced 7 months earlier than the D-LUX 5 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the SD3500 IS scores against the D-LUX 5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS and Leica D-LUX 5. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery and Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD3500 IS provides outside dimensions of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Leica D-LUX 5 has sizing of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Canon SD3500 IS versus Leica D-LUX 5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SD3500 IS and the D-LUX 5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD3500 IS and D-LUX 5 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The image underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD3500 IS and D-LUX 5.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SD3500 IS with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Canon SD3500 IS will deliver greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD3500 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.