Canon SX420 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4

Here is a extensive review of the Canon SX420 IS and Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and V-Lux 4 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was announced 3 years later than the V-Lux 4 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX420 IS matches up versus the V-Lux 4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Leica V-Lux 4. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX420 IS offers outside dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 4 has dimensions 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX420 IS versus the V-Lux 4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and V-Lux 4 is 80 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX420 IS and V-Lux 4.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon SX420 IS to resolve more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer SX420 IS should have a benefit in sensor technology.