Canon SX170 IS vs Leica V-Lux 2

Below, we will be matching up the Canon SX170 IS and Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was unveiled 2 years later than the V-Lux 2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX170 IS scores against the V-Lux 2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Leica V-Lux 2. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX170 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 2 has sizing of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

Check the Canon SX170 IS and Leica V-Lux 2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX170 IS vs the V-Lux 2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and V-Lux 2 is 88 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The visual here will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX170 IS and V-Lux 2.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX170 IS to render greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger SX170 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.