Canon SX10 IS vs Leica V-Lux 4
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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

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").

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.

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.
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.

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 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.

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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 |