Canon SX620 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40
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Canon SX620 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Introduced May 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 210g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Revealed May 2012

Canon SX620 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon SX620 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and V-Lux 40 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX620 HS was launched 4 years after the V-Lux 40 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX620 HS matches up vs the V-Lux 40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX620 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Leica V-Lux 40. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Leica V-Lux 40
SX620 HS | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Revealed | May 2016 | ![]() | May 2012 | Newer by 49 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 40 over the Canon SX620 HS
V-Lux 40 | SX620 HS | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Leica V-Lux 40
SX620 HS | V-Lux 40 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon SX620 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX620 HS features physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 40 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX620 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SX620 HS versus the V-Lux 40.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and V-Lux 40 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Canon SX620 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The picture underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX620 HS and V-Lux 40.
All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX620 HS to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher SX620 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX620 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX620 HS vs Leica V-Lux 40 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Leica V-Lux 40 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Leica V-Lux 40 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2016-05-10 | 2012-05-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.5fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182 gr (0.40 lbs) | 210 gr (0.46 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 295 photographs | 210 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $279 | $699 |