Canon SD980 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SD980 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Leica. The resolution of the SD980 IS (12MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SD980 IS was manufactured 8 months earlier than the V-Lux 20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the SD980 IS scores vs the V-Lux 20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Leica V-Lux 20. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD980 IS offers physical dimensions of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 20 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Compare the Canon SD980 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the SD980 IS against the V-Lux 20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD980 IS and V-Lux 20 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The picture below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD980 IS and V-Lux 20.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SD980 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.