Canon SX210 IS vs Leica C
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Canon SX210 IS vs Leica C Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Older Model is Canon SX200 IS
- Updated by Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Push 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
- Other Name is Typ112

Canon SX210 IS vs Leica C Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Canon SX210 IS vs Leica C, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the C (12MP) is relatively comparable but the SX210 IS (1/2.3") and C (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizes.

The SX210 IS was manufactured 4 years before the C which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX210 IS scores versus the C in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX210 IS vs Leica C Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS & Leica C. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery & Leica C Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Leica C
SX210 IS | C |
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Reasons to pick Leica C over the Canon SX210 IS
C | SX210 IS | |||
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Announced | September 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 39 months |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Leica C
SX210 IS | C | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Leica C Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX210 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Leica C has proportions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX210 IS vs Leica C in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX210 IS and the C.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and C is 90 and 92 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Leica C Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and C.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX210 IS because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Canon SX210 IS will show more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX210 IS vs Leica C Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX210 IS vs Leica C Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Leica C | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Leica C |
Also referred to as | - | Typ112 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2013-09-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 1 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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 | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 220g (0.49 pounds) | 195g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 103 x 63 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 250 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $226 | $1,299 |