Canon SX130 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX130 IS versus Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was manufactured 3 years earlier than the V-Lux 4 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX130 IS matches up against the V-Lux 4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Leica V-Lux 4. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX130 IS offers external measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 4 has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX130 IS and the V-Lux 4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and V-Lux 4 is 85 and 65 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX130 IS and V-Lux 4.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX130 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.