Canon SX700 HS vs Leica V-Lux 2

Here is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX700 HS vs Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was introduced 3 years later than the V-Lux 2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the SX700 HS matches up vs the V-Lux 2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Leica V-Lux 2. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX700 HS offers physical dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 2 has proportions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX700 HS and the V-Lux 2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and V-Lux 2 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and V-Lux 2.

All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX700 HS to give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SX700 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.