Canon SX150 IS vs Leica D-LUX 5

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX150 IS versus Leica D-LUX 5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Leica. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX150 IS (14MP) and D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The SX150 IS was revealed 21 months later than the D-LUX 5 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX150 IS matches up versus the D-LUX 5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS & Leica D-LUX 5. The full galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery & Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX150 IS offers external measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Leica D-LUX 5 has sizing of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX150 IS versus Leica D-LUX 5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX150 IS and the D-LUX 5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and D-LUX 5 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The photograph here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and D-LUX 5.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX150 IS having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Canon SX150 IS will offer you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more modern SX150 IS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.