Canon SX150 IS vs Leica V-Lux 40

Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon SX150 IS versus Leica V-Lux 40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX150 IS was unveiled at a similar time to the V-Lux 40 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX150 IS matches up versus the V-Lux 40 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Leica V-Lux 40. The full galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS features external measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 40 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX150 IS versus Leica V-Lux 40 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX150 IS vs the V-Lux 40.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and V-Lux 40 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The image below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and V-Lux 40.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration.