Canon SX210 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20
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Canon SX210 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20 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
- Released June 2010
- Succeeded the Canon SX200 IS
- Newer Model is Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched April 2010

Canon SX210 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Canon SX210 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the V-Lux 20 (12MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX210 IS was unveiled 2 months after the V-Lux 20 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX210 IS grades against the V-Lux 20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX210 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS & Leica V-Lux 20. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Leica V-Lux 20
SX210 IS | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Canon SX210 IS
V-Lux 20 | SX210 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Leica V-Lux 20
SX210 IS | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | ![]() | April 2010 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Canon SX210 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX210 IS offers exterior dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 20 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
See the Canon SX210 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX210 IS versus the V-Lux 20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and V-Lux 20 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The image here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and V-Lux 20.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX210 IS to offer extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively.

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Canon SX210 IS vs Leica V-Lux 20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Leica V-Lux 20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Leica V-Lux 20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2010-04-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 220 gr (0.49 lb) | 218 gr (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $226 | $779 |