Canon SX740 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX740 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and V-Lux 40 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was revealed 6 years later than the V-Lux 40 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX740 HS grades against the V-Lux 40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Leica V-Lux 40. The full galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX740 HS offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 40 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX740 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX740 HS against the V-Lux 40.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX740 HS and V-Lux 40 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX740 HS and V-Lux 40.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SX740 HS to produce extra detail because of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher SX740 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.