Canon SX260 HS vs Leica V-Lux 30

The following is a extended comparison of the Canon SX260 HS vs Leica V-Lux 30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was launched 13 months after the V-Lux 30 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX260 HS scores against the V-Lux 30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Leica V-Lux 30. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS offers physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 30 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX260 HS and the V-Lux 30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and V-Lux 30 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and V-Lux 30.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Leica V-Lux 30 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher SX260 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.