Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Leica X-U and Canon SD960 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Leica X-U has external dimensions of 140 x 79 x 88 mm (5.51 x 3.11 x 3.46″) and weighs 635 g (1.40 lb / 22.40 oz) (including batteries). Canon SD960 IS has external dimensions of 98 x 54 x 22 mm (3.86 x 2.13 x 0.87″) and weighs 145 g (0.32 lb / 5.11 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Leica X-U and the Canon SD960 IS. Canon SD960 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 42mm narrower, 25mm shorter and 66mm thinner than Leica X-U.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SD960 IS is significantly lighter (490g ) than the Leica X-U which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the X-U, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the SD960 IS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Leica X-U's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon SD960 IS's 2.8" screen.
Moreover, Leica X-U sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. On the other hand, Canon SD960 IS has a fixed type screen which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to X-U.