Canon SX530 HS vs Leica V-Lux 3

Below is a thorough review of the Canon SX530 HS and Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Leica. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX530 HS (16MP) and V-Lux 3 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was announced 3 years later than the V-Lux 3 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX530 HS grades vs the V-Lux 3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Leica V-Lux 3. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS enjoys physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 3 has dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX530 HS against the V-Lux 3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and V-Lux 3 is 69 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The visual below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX530 HS and V-Lux 3.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX530 HS to deliver greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer SX530 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.