Canon SX200 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX200 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Leica. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was brought out 4 years earlier than the V-Lux 4 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX200 IS grades versus the V-Lux 4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Leica V-Lux 4. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS features physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 4 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the V-Lux 4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and V-Lux 4 is 90 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The image here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and V-Lux 4.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.