Canon R6 II vs Leica Q2
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Canon R6 II vs Leica Q2 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Introduced November 2022
- Older Model is Canon R6
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Canon R6 II vs Leica Q2 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Canon R6 II and Leica Q2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the R6 II (24MP) and Q2 (47MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).

The R6 II was introduced 3 years later than the Q2 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon R6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica Q2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the R6 II matches up vs the Q2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon R6 II vs Leica Q2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R6 Mark II & Leica Q2. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R6 II Gallery & Leica Q2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R6 II over the Leica Q2
R6 II | Q2 | |||
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Revealed | November 2022 | ![]() | March 2019 | Fresher by 45 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Leica Q2 over the Canon R6 II
Q2 | R6 II |
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Common features in the Canon R6 II and Leica Q2
R6 II | Q2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon R6 II vs Leica Q2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon R6 II has external measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Leica Q2 has proportions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs).
Analyze the Canon R6 II and Leica Q2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the R6 II vs the Q2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R6 II and Q2 is 61 and 61 respectively.

Canon R6 II vs Leica Q2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The photograph here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the R6 II and Q2.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Leica Q2 to render extra detail using its extra 23MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern R6 II provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon R6 II vs Leica Q2 Specifications
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | Leica Q2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon EOS R6 Mark II | Leica Q2 |
Alternative name | - | Type No. 4889 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2022-11-02 | 2019-03-07 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 47MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 8368 x 5584 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 50000 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 4897 | 49 |
Cross type focus points | 1053 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon RF | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/1.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 17cm |
Amount of lenses | 35 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.00" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,620k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/40000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | 1/500s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 4K/30/24p, 1080/120/60/30/24p |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680 grams (1.50 lb) | 718 grams (1.58 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") | 130 x 80 x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 96 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 26.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2491 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 370 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6NH | BP-SCL4 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Cost at launch | $2,499 | $4,985 |