Canon SX620 HS vs Leica V-Lux 3

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon SX620 HS vs Leica V-Lux 3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and V-Lux 3 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was revealed 4 years after the V-Lux 3 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX620 HS matches up versus the V-Lux 3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Leica V-Lux 3. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX620 HS features outer dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 3 has sizing of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX620 HS vs the V-Lux 3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and V-Lux 3 is 93 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The picture below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX620 HS and V-Lux 3.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Canon SX620 HS to offer extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher SX620 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.