Canon SX270 HS vs Leica V-Lux 4

The following is a extended review of the Canon SX270 HS and Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Leica. The resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was introduced 7 months after the V-Lux 4 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX270 HS scores vs the V-Lux 4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Leica V-Lux 4. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS has physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 4 has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX270 HS and Leica V-Lux 4 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX270 HS and the V-Lux 4.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and V-Lux 4 is 91 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The pic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and V-Lux 4.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX270 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.