Canon SX210 IS vs Leica S2

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon SX210 IS and Leica S2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro DSLR by rivals Canon and Leica. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SX210 IS (14MP) and S2 (38MP) and the SX210 IS (1/2.3") and S2 (Medium format) boast different sensor sizes.

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The SX210 IS was introduced 22 months later than the S2 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Leica S2 being a Large SLR camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the SX210 IS matches up against the S2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Leica S2. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Leica S2 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX210 IS has exterior dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Leica S2 has dimensions of 160mm x 120mm x 81mm (6.3" x 4.7" x 3.2") with a weight of 1410 grams (3.11 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX210 IS and Leica S2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX210 IS vs the S2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and S2 is 90 and 52 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and S2.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX210 IS having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Leica S2 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 24MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The younger SX210 IS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.