Canon SX710 HS vs Leica D-LUX 5

Let's look more in depth at the Canon SX710 HS and Leica D-LUX 5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Leica. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the SX710 HS (1/2.3") and D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") boast different sensor sizing.

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The SX710 HS was launched 4 years later than the D-LUX 5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX710 HS grades vs the D-LUX 5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Leica D-LUX 5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX710 HS has got outside dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Leica D-LUX 5 has dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX710 HS and Leica D-LUX 5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX710 HS and the D-LUX 5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX710 HS and D-LUX 5 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The visual here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX710 HS and D-LUX 5.

To sum up, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX710 HS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon SX710 HS will show extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger SX710 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.