Canon SX520 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40

Below, we are contrasting the Canon SX520 HS versus Leica V-Lux 40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Leica. The resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was brought out 2 years after the V-Lux 40 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX520 HS scores versus the V-Lux 40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Leica V-Lux 40. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS features physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 40 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX520 HS versus Leica V-Lux 40 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX520 HS versus the V-Lux 40.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and V-Lux 40 is 69 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and V-Lux 40.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX520 HS to offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The newer SX520 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.