Canon SX50 HS vs Leica V-Lux 4

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX50 HS vs Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was released 4 months later than the V-Lux 4 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX50 HS matches up against the V-Lux 4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Leica V-Lux 4. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX50 HS enjoys outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 4 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX50 HS versus the V-Lux 4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and V-Lux 4 is 65 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX50 HS and V-Lux 4.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account.