Canon SX230 HS vs Leica V-Lux 4

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX230 HS versus Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was manufactured 14 months earlier than the V-Lux 4 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX230 HS matches up versus the V-Lux 4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Leica V-Lux 4. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS has got exterior dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 4 has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX230 HS versus Leica V-Lux 4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX230 HS against the V-Lux 4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and V-Lux 4 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and V-Lux 4.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older SX230 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.