Canon SX130 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30
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Canon SX130 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Introduced August 2010
- Later Model is Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 43mm
- Introduced May 2011

Canon SX130 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Canon SX130 IS versus Leica V-Lux 30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. The resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the V-Lux 30 (14MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX130 IS was announced 9 months earlier than the V-Lux 30 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX130 IS grades against the V-Lux 30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX130 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Leica V-Lux 30. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Leica V-Lux 30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Leica V-Lux 30
SX130 IS | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 30 over the Canon SX130 IS
V-Lux 30 | SX130 IS | |||
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Introduced | May 2011 | ![]() | August 2010 | Fresher by 9 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Leica V-Lux 30
SX130 IS | V-Lux 30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX130 IS features exterior dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 30 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX130 IS versus Leica V-Lux 30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SX130 IS against the V-Lux 30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and V-Lux 30 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX130 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The graphic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and V-Lux 30.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Leica V-Lux 30 to offer greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older SX130 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX130 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX130 IS vs Leica V-Lux 30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Leica V-Lux 30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Leica V-Lux 30 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-08-19 | 2011-05-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 308 grams (0.68 lb) | 219 grams (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 105 x 58 x 43mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $250 | $900 |