Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 40

The following is a extended review of the Canon SX10 IS versus Leica V-Lux 40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Leica. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the SX10 IS (10MP) and V-Lux 40 (14MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX10 IS was unveiled 4 years before the V-Lux 40 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX10 IS matches up against the V-Lux 40 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and Leica V-Lux 40. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX10 IS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX10 IS enjoys external measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 40 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX10 IS versus Leica V-Lux 40 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX10 IS versus the V-Lux 40.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX10 IS and V-Lux 40 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX10 IS and V-Lux 40.

As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Leica V-Lux 40 to render more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX10 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.