Canon SX150 IS vs Leica C
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Canon SX150 IS vs Leica C Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Superseded the Canon SX130 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 103 x 63 x 28mm
- Announced September 2013
- Also Known as Typ112
Canon SX150 IS vs Leica C Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Canon SX150 IS and Leica C, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the C (12MP) is very close but the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and C (1/1.7") boast different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe SX150 IS was released 16 months earlier than the C making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX150 IS grades vs the C for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX150 IS vs Leica C Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Leica C. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Leica C Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Leica C
SX150 IS | C |
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Reasons to pick Leica C over the Canon SX150 IS
C | SX150 IS | |||
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Announced | September 2013 | May 2012 | More recent by 16 months | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Leica C
SX150 IS | C | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Leica C Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX150 IS provides physical measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Leica C has proportions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX150 IS and Leica C in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX150 IS vs the C.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and C is 86 and 92 respectively.
Canon SX150 IS vs Leica C Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and C.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX150 IS due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon SX150 IS will render greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The older SX150 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX150 IS vs Leica C Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Leica C | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Leica C |
Otherwise known as | - | Typ112 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-05-14 | 2013-09-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 1 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306 grams (0.67 lb) | 195 grams (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 103 x 63 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 | 130 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $249 | $1,299 |