Canon A810 vs Leica X Vario

In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon A810 vs Leica X Vario, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the X Vario (16MP) is pretty comparable but the A810 (1/2.3") and X Vario (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The A810 was unveiled 16 months prior to the X Vario which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon A810 being a Compact camera and the Leica X Vario being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the A810 scores versus the X Vario in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A810 and Leica X Vario. The full galleries are provided at Canon A810 Gallery and Leica X Vario Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon A810 provides outer measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Leica X Vario has specifications of 133mm x 73mm x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the A810 versus the X Vario.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and X Vario is 93 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A810 and X Vario.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit different sensor sizing. The A810 offers the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field tougher. The older A810 will be behind in sensor innovation.