Canon SX600 HS vs Leica V-Lux 2

Following is a extensive overview of the Canon SX600 HS versus Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was brought out 3 years after the V-Lux 2 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX600 HS matches up against the V-Lux 2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Leica V-Lux 2. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX600 HS enjoys external dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 2 has measurements of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX600 HS versus the V-Lux 2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and V-Lux 2 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The pic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX600 HS and V-Lux 2.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX600 HS to render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX600 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.