Canon SX410 IS vs Leica D-Lux 7

Lets examine more in depth at the Canon SX410 IS versus Leica D-Lux 7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the SX410 IS (20MP) and the D-Lux 7 (17MP) is pretty comparable but the SX410 IS (1/2.3") and D-Lux 7 (Four Thirds) use different sensor measurements.

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The SX410 IS was revealed 4 years earlier than the D-Lux 7 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX410 IS being a Compact camera and the Leica D-Lux 7 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX410 IS scores against the D-Lux 7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Leica D-Lux 7. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Leica D-Lux 7 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX410 IS has physical measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Leica D-Lux 7 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX410 IS versus Leica D-Lux 7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX410 IS compared to the D-Lux 7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX410 IS and D-Lux 7 is 80 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX410 IS and D-Lux 7.

All in all, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX410 IS using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Canon SX410 IS will provide greater detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older SX410 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.