Canon SX400 IS vs Leica D-LUX 5

Let's look more in depth at the Canon SX400 IS versus Leica D-LUX 5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Leica. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the SX400 IS (1/2.3") and D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") provide different sensor sizing.

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The SX400 IS was unveiled 3 years later than the D-LUX 5 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX400 IS matches up vs the D-LUX 5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Leica D-LUX 5. The full galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX400 IS features exterior dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Leica D-LUX 5 has measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX400 IS versus Leica D-LUX 5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX400 IS vs the D-LUX 5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and D-LUX 5 is 81 and 88 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and D-LUX 5.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX400 IS using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Canon SX400 IS will show more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent SX400 IS should have an advantage in sensor tech.