Canon PowerShot V10vs Leica M11vs Z30
Canon
Canon PowerShot V10 (2023)
From £399
Best for Vloggers & content creators
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Which should you buy?
Vloggers & Content Creators — Canon PowerShot V10 (2023): A vlog-first compact with a 1-inch sensor, front-facing screen, and Canon's Dual Pixel AF — the simplest way to create clean content on the go.
Rangefinder Enthusiasts & Collectors — Leica M11 (2022): 60MP of full-frame resolution in the thinnest digital M ever made — the M11 is the definitive expression of Leica's rangefinder tradition.
Travel & Everyday Video — Z30 (2022): Nikon's lightest Z-mount body — no fuss, excellent subject tracking, and a flip screen for creators.
Who should buy what
Canon PowerShot V10 (2023)
- You create solo video content and need a simple, self-contained setup
- You want something more compact and less intimidating than a mirrorless
- You shoot primarily for social media or YouTube on a tight budget
Leica M11 (2022)
- You shoot street, documentary, or reportage and prefer manual focus discipline
- You value a discreet, minimal camera that doesn't draw attention in public
- You're willing to invest time in the rangefinder learning curve for a uniquely rewarding experience
Z30 (2022)
- You create video content and want reliable Nikon colour science in a compact body
- You don't need a viewfinder and prioritise the vari-angle flip screen
- You're starting out with interchangeable lenses for content creation on a budget
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the canon powershot v10 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Canon PowerShot V10 (2023) | Leica M11 (2022) | Z30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £7,999 | £479 |
| Sensor | 20MP 1-inch stacked CMOS | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.0MP | 60.0MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | None | 4K/30p, 4K/60p (with crop), 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | Phase-detect, 209 points, subject tracking (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | Digital IS | None | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps | 4.5fps | 11fps |
| Battery Life | 230 shots (CIPA) | 700 shots (CIPA) | ~300 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 211g | 530g body only | 405g body only |
| Dimensions | 75.2 × 105.7 × 46.5mm | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 127.5 × 73.5 × 59.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | None |
| Screen | 2.0" tilting front-facing screen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 19mm-equiv f/2.8 lens | Leica M-mount | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, micro HDMI |
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