Canon A2100 IS vs Leica V-Lux 40
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Canon A2100 IS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Launched May 2012

Canon A2100 IS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Canon A2100 IS versus Leica V-Lux 40, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the V-Lux 40 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A2100 IS was released 4 years prior to the V-Lux 40 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the A2100 IS grades vs the V-Lux 40 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A2100 IS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS & Leica V-Lux 40. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A2100 IS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Leica V-Lux 40
A2100 IS | V-Lux 40 |
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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Canon A2100 IS
V-Lux 40 | A2100 IS | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 39 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Leica V-Lux 40
A2100 IS | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon A2100 IS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A2100 IS has outer measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 40 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
Examine the Canon A2100 IS versus Leica V-Lux 40 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the A2100 IS vs the V-Lux 40.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A2100 IS and V-Lux 40 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Canon A2100 IS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A2100 IS and V-Lux 40.
As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Leica V-Lux 40 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged A2100 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon A2100 IS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2100 IS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Leica V-Lux 40 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Leica V-Lux 40 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-02-18 | 2012-05-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 lb) | 210g (0.46 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 210 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $220 | $699 |