Canon SX730 HS vs Leica D-LUX 5

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX730 HS and Leica D-LUX 5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Leica. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the SX730 HS (1/2.3") and D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") posses different sensor measurements.

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The SX730 HS was brought out 6 years after the D-LUX 5 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX730 HS grades against the D-LUX 5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Leica D-LUX 5. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX730 HS features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Leica D-LUX 5 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX730 HS and Leica D-LUX 5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX730 HS against the D-LUX 5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX730 HS and D-LUX 5 is 88 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The pic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX730 HS and D-LUX 5.

As you have seen, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX730 HS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Canon SX730 HS will resolve extra detail having its extra 10.3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX730 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.