Canon SX730 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40

Below, we will be comparing the Canon SX730 HS versus Leica V-Lux 40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and V-Lux 40 (14MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX730 HS was announced 4 years after the V-Lux 40 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX730 HS scores vs the V-Lux 40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Leica V-Lux 40. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX730 HS provides outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 40 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX730 HS versus Leica V-Lux 40 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX730 HS compared to the V-Lux 40.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX730 HS and V-Lux 40 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX730 HS and V-Lux 40.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX730 HS to provide you with more detail with its extra 6.3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger SX730 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.