Canon SX610 HS vs Leica V-Lux 4

Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX610 HS versus Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and V-Lux 4 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was revealed 2 years later than the V-Lux 4 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 4 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX610 HS scores vs the V-Lux 4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Leica V-Lux 4. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX610 HS has external dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 4 has measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX610 HS versus Leica V-Lux 4 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX610 HS versus the V-Lux 4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and V-Lux 4 is 93 and 65 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX610 HS and V-Lux 4.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SX610 HS to deliver extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger SX610 HS provides a benefit in sensor tech.