Canon A4000 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30
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Canon A4000 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 95 x 56 x 24mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Announced May 2011

Canon A4000 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Overview
Let's look closer at the Canon A4000 IS and Leica V-Lux 30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A4000 IS was announced 9 months later than the V-Lux 30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the A4000 IS grades vs the V-Lux 30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A4000 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS and Leica V-Lux 30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A4000 IS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A4000 IS over the Leica V-Lux 30
A4000 IS | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | May 2011 | More recent by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Canon A4000 IS
V-Lux 30 | A4000 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A4000 IS and Leica V-Lux 30
A4000 IS | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon A4000 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon A4000 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 30 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A4000 IS and Leica V-Lux 30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the A4000 IS compared to the V-Lux 30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A4000 IS and V-Lux 30 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Canon A4000 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A4000 IS and V-Lux 30.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon A4000 IS to produce greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A4000 IS will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon A4000 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A4000 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Leica V-Lux 30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Leica V-Lux 30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2011-05-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145 grams (0.32 lbs) | 219 grams (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 175 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $199 | $900 |