Canon SD960 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon SD960 IS versus Leica V-Lux 20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the SD960 IS (12MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD960 IS was introduced 14 months earlier than the V-Lux 20 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SD960 IS grades against the V-Lux 20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD960 IS & Leica V-Lux 20. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD960 IS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SD960 IS features external dimensions of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 20 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SD960 IS compared to the V-Lux 20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SD960 IS and V-Lux 20 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The pic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD960 IS and V-Lux 20.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of images but you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged SD960 IS will be behind in sensor technology.