Fujifilm X100 vs Leica Q

On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X100 and Leica Q, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and Q (24MP) and the Fujifilm X100 (APS-C) and Q (Full frame) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X100 was introduced 5 years prior to the Q which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X100 matches up against the Q in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Leica Q. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X100 Gallery and Leica Q Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X100 provides exterior dimensions of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Leica Q has proportions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X100 and Leica Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X100 vs the Q.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X100 and Q is 80 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The image here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X100 and Q.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X100 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Leica Q will offer you greater detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.