Canon SX1 IS vs Leica V-Lux 5

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX1 IS versus Leica V-Lux 5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Leica. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and V-Lux 5 (20MP) and the SX1 IS (1/2.3") and V-Lux 5 (1") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX1 IS was introduced 11 years before the V-Lux 5 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX1 IS scores against the V-Lux 5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Leica V-Lux 5. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX1 IS features external dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 5 has proportions of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX1 IS versus Leica V-Lux 5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX1 IS vs the V-Lux 5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX1 IS and V-Lux 5 is 64 and 55 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX1 IS and V-Lux 5.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX1 IS having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Leica V-Lux 5 will provide greater detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.