Canon SX1 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX1 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. The resolution of the SX1 IS (10MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX1 IS was revealed 12 months earlier than the V-Lux 20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX1 IS grades vs the V-Lux 20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Leica V-Lux 20. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX1 IS has got outer measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 20 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX1 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX1 IS versus the V-Lux 20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX1 IS and V-Lux 20 is 64 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX1 IS and V-Lux 20.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Leica V-Lux 20 to provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.