Canon SX240 HS vs Leica C

Here, we are comparing the Canon SX240 HS versus Leica C, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the C (12MP) is fairly similar but the SX240 HS (1/2.3") and C (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX240 HS was introduced 19 months before the C making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX240 HS matches up against the C with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Leica C. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Leica C Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX240 HS features external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Leica C has dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX240 HS versus Leica C in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX240 HS against the C.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and C is 91 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX240 HS and C.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The SX240 HS has the tinier sensor which will make getting shallow DOF harder. The older SX240 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.