Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4
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![Canon PowerShot SX10 IS front Canon PowerShot SX10 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX10-IS/Canon-SX10-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 600g - 128 x 88 x 87mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Successor is Canon SX20 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 588g - 125 x 87 x 110mm
- Launched September 2012
- Succeeded the Leica V-Lux 3
- Updated by Leica V-Lux 5
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Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX10 IS versus Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. The resolution of the SX10 IS (10MP) and the V-Lux 4 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The SX10 IS was brought out 4 years earlier than the V-Lux 4 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX10 IS grades vs the V-Lux 4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and Leica V-Lux 4. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX10 IS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX10 IS over the Leica V-Lux 4
SX10 IS | V-Lux 4 |
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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 4 over the Canon SX10 IS
V-Lux 4 | SX10 IS | |||
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Launched | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 44 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX10 IS and Leica V-Lux 4
SX10 IS | V-Lux 4 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX10 IS provides exterior dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 4 has dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX10 IS versus Leica V-Lux 4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX10 IS against the V-Lux 4.
![Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 size comparison Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX10-IS-vs-Leica-V-Lux-4-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX10 IS and V-Lux 4 is 65 and 65 respectively.
![Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 top view buttons comparison Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX10-IS-vs-Leica-V-Lux-4-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX10 IS and V-Lux 4.
Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Leica V-Lux 4 to show more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older SX10 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 sensor size comparison Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX10-IS-vs-Leica-V-Lux-4-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX10-IS-vs-Leica-V-Lux-4-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS | Leica V-Lux 4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX10 IS | Leica V-Lux 4 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-15 | 2012-09-17 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
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 | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | Free-Angle TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,312 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 13.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/500 secs | - |
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 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600 grams (1.32 lb) | 588 grams (1.30 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") | 125 x 87 x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") |
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 | - | 540 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $275 | $899 |