Canon SX210 IS vs Leica X2

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon SX210 IS versus Leica X2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Leica. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the X2 (16MP) is relatively similar but the SX210 IS (1/2.3") and X2 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The SX210 IS was launched 23 months before the X2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Leica X2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX210 IS grades vs the X2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS & Leica X2. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery & Leica X2 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX210 IS provides physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Leica X2 has specifications of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX210 IS compared to the X2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and X2 is 90 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and X2.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX210 IS because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Leica X2 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older SX210 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.