Canon D30 vs Leica V-Lux 20
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Canon D30 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 218g - 109 x 68 x 28mm
- Launched February 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Announced April 2010

Canon D30 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Canon D30 vs Leica V-Lux 20, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the D30 (12MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The D30 was revealed 3 years after the V-Lux 20 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the D30 matches up vs the V-Lux 20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon D30 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D30 & Leica V-Lux 20. The full galleries are provided at Canon D30 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D30 over the Leica V-Lux 20
D30 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | April 2010 | More modern by 47 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Canon D30
V-Lux 20 | D30 |
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Common features in the Canon D30 and Leica V-Lux 20
D30 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 461k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Canon D30 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon D30 has outer dimensions of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 20 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
See the Canon D30 vs Leica V-Lux 20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the D30 versus the V-Lux 20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D30 and V-Lux 20 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Canon D30 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D30 and V-Lux 20.
As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs although you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The newer D30 will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon D30 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon D30 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D30 | Leica V-Lux 20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D30 | Leica V-Lux 20 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-12 | 2010-04-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 lbs) | 218 grams (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 68 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 300 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom, face, wink) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $329 | $779 |