Canon SX520 HS vs Leica C
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Canon SX520 HS vs Leica C Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.4-6.0) lens
- 441g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Announced July 2014
- Superseded the Canon SX510 HS
- Later Model is Canon SX530 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Introduced September 2013
- Alternate Name is Typ112
Canon SX520 HS vs Leica C Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Canon SX520 HS versus Leica C, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and C (12MP) and the SX520 HS (1/2.3") and C (1/1.7") posses different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SX520 HS was brought out 11 months after the C and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX520 HS matches up against the C in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX520 HS vs Leica C Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Leica C. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Leica C Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the Leica C
SX520 HS | C | |||
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Introduced | July 2014 | September 2013 | More modern by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Leica C over the Canon SX520 HS
C | SX520 HS | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 461k | Sharper display (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX520 HS and Leica C
SX520 HS | C | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon SX520 HS vs Leica C Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS features exterior measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Leica C has proportions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX520 HS versus Leica C in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX520 HS vs the C.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and C is 69 and 92 respectively.
Canon SX520 HS vs Leica C Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and C.
Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX520 HS due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Canon SX520 HS will give extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX520 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon SX520 HS vs Leica C Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Leica C | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Leica C |
Also referred to as | - | Typ112 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-07-29 | 2013-09-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.0 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 1 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 441 grams (0.97 pounds) | 195 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 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 | 210 pictures | 250 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $219 | $1,299 |