Canon SX120 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20

Following is a extended assessment of the Canon SX120 IS and Leica V-Lux 20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is relatively similar but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX120 IS was released 8 months earlier than the V-Lux 20 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX120 IS grades against the V-Lux 20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & Leica V-Lux 20. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX120 IS provides outer measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 20 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX120 IS and Leica V-Lux 20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX120 IS against the V-Lux 20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX120 IS and V-Lux 20 is 87 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX120 IS and V-Lux 20.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX120 IS due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Leica V-Lux 20 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.