Canon SX260 HS vs Leica V-Lux 4

Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX260 HS versus Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was manufactured 3 months prior to the V-Lux 4 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX260 HS scores against the V-Lux 4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Leica V-Lux 4. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS has got outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 4 has specifications of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX260 HS against the V-Lux 4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and V-Lux 4 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and V-Lux 4.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account.