Canon SX30 IS vs Leica V-Lux 2
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Canon SX30 IS vs Leica V-Lux 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-840mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 601g - 123 x 92 x 108mm
- Released September 2010
- Replaced the Canon SX20 IS
- New Model is Canon SX40 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 520g - 124 x 80 x 95mm
- Revealed September 2010
- Replacement is Leica V-Lux 3
Canon SX30 IS vs Leica V-Lux 2 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon SX30 IS versus Leica V-Lux 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the V-Lux 2 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SX30 IS was manufactured within a month of the V-Lux 2 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX30 IS scores versus the V-Lux 2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX30 IS vs Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS & Leica V-Lux 2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX30 IS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX30 IS over the Leica V-Lux 2
SX30 IS | V-Lux 2 |
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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 2 over the Canon SX30 IS
V-Lux 2 | SX30 IS | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX30 IS and Leica V-Lux 2
SX30 IS | V-Lux 2 | |||
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Revealed | September 2010 | September 2010 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon SX30 IS vs Leica V-Lux 2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX30 IS features exterior measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 2 has proportions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX30 IS versus Leica V-Lux 2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX30 IS against the V-Lux 2.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX30 IS and V-Lux 2 is 64 and 67 respectively.
Canon SX30 IS vs Leica V-Lux 2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX30 IS and V-Lux 2.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos however you have to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Canon SX30 IS vs Leica V-Lux 2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Leica V-Lux 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Leica V-Lux 2 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-09-14 | 2010-09-21 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m | 9.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 601g (1.32 lbs) | 520g (1.15 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 124 x 80 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") |
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 model | NB-7L | - |
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 |
Retail pricing | $400 | $1,000 |