Canon SD4500 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SD4500 IS and Leica V-Lux 30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and V-Lux 30 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD4500 IS was revealed 2 months later than the V-Lux 30 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SD4500 IS grades versus the V-Lux 30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS & Leica V-Lux 30. The full galleries are available at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD4500 IS has got external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 30 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SD4500 IS versus the V-Lux 30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SD4500 IS and V-Lux 30 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4500 IS and V-Lux 30.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Leica V-Lux 30 to render extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively.