Canon SX50 HS vs Leica V-Lux 2

Here is a thorough comparison of the Canon SX50 HS and Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was brought out 2 years later than the V-Lux 2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX50 HS grades versus the V-Lux 2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Leica V-Lux 2. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX50 HS offers physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 2 has specifications of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX50 HS and Leica V-Lux 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX50 HS against the V-Lux 2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and V-Lux 2 is 65 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX50 HS and V-Lux 2.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Leica V-Lux 2 to provide you with more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent SX50 HS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.