Canon SX60 HS vs Leica V-Lux 20
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Canon SX60 HS vs Leica V-Lux 20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-1365mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 650g - 128 x 93 x 114mm
- Announced September 2014
- Superseded the Canon SX50 HS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
- Announced April 2010

Canon SX60 HS vs Leica V-Lux 20 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon SX60 HS vs Leica V-Lux 20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and V-Lux 20 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX60 HS was unveiled 4 years later than the V-Lux 20 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 20 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX60 HS grades vs the V-Lux 20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX60 HS vs Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS & Leica V-Lux 20. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX60 HS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX60 HS over the Leica V-Lux 20
SX60 HS | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Announced | September 2014 | ![]() | April 2010 | More recent by 54 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Canon SX60 HS
V-Lux 20 | SX60 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX60 HS and Leica V-Lux 20
SX60 HS | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon SX60 HS vs Leica V-Lux 20 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX60 HS features exterior measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 20 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX60 HS vs Leica V-Lux 20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX60 HS compared to the V-Lux 20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX60 HS and V-Lux 20 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX60 HS vs Leica V-Lux 20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX60 HS and V-Lux 20.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX60 HS to deliver more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent SX60 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX60 HS vs Leica V-Lux 20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX60 HS vs Leica V-Lux 20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX60 HS | Leica V-Lux 20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX60 HS | Leica V-Lux 20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-09-16 | 2010-04-20 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 21-1365mm (65.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 922k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.4 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 650 grams (1.43 lbs) | 218 grams (0.48 lbs) |
Dimensions | 128 x 93 x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 39 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 127 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-10L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $549 | $779 |