Canon G15 vs Leica V-Lux 20
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Canon G15 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched April 2010

Canon G15 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon G15 versus Leica V-Lux 20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is pretty close but the G15 (1/1.7") and V-Lux 20 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

The G15 was brought out 2 years after the V-Lux 20 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the G15 scores against the V-Lux 20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon G15 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G15 & Leica V-Lux 20. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G15 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G15 over the Leica V-Lux 20
G15 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Launched | September 2012 | ![]() | April 2010 | More modern by 30 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Canon G15
V-Lux 20 | G15 |
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Common features in the Canon G15 and Leica V-Lux 20
G15 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Canon G15 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon G15 provides physical dimensions of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") along with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 20 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Canon G15 versus Leica V-Lux 20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the G15 versus the V-Lux 20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and V-Lux 20 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Canon G15 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The pic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G15 and V-Lux 20.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The G15 contains the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler. The fresher G15 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon G15 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G15 vs Leica V-Lux 20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G15 | Leica V-Lux 20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon PowerShot G15 | Leica V-Lux 20 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2010-04-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
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 | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT PureColor II G LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 352g (0.78 pounds) | 218g (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 76 x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 46 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 165 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-10L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $499 | $779 |