Canon SX530 HS vs Leica V-Lux 30

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX530 HS versus Leica V-Lux 30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was manufactured 3 years after the V-Lux 30 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 30 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX530 HS scores versus the V-Lux 30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Leica V-Lux 30. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX530 HS comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 30 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX530 HS versus Leica V-Lux 30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX530 HS and the V-Lux 30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX530 HS and V-Lux 30 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and V-Lux 30.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon SX530 HS to give greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern SX530 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.