Canon SX200 IS vs Leica V-Lux 3

On this page, we are looking at the Canon SX200 IS vs Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the V-Lux 3 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was unveiled 3 years earlier than the V-Lux 3 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX200 IS grades against the V-Lux 3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Leica V-Lux 3. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX200 IS has got physical measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 3 has dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX200 IS vs Leica V-Lux 3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the V-Lux 3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and V-Lux 3 is 90 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The visual here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and V-Lux 3.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should factor the age of the products into consideration. The older SX200 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.