Canon SX240 HS vs Leica V-Lux 3

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX240 HS versus Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the V-Lux 3 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was introduced 3 months later than the V-Lux 3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX240 HS grades against the V-Lux 3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Leica V-Lux 3. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS features outer dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 3 has sizing of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX240 HS versus Leica V-Lux 3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX240 HS vs the V-Lux 3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and V-Lux 3 is 91 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX240 HS and V-Lux 3.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should really take the production date of the products into consideration.