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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Leica Q

Portability
74
Imaging
66
Features
75
Overall
69
Fujifilm X-Pro2 front
 
Leica Q front
Portability
63
Imaging
71
Features
64
Overall
68

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Leica Q Key Specs

Fujifilm X-Pro2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 495g - 141 x 83 x 56mm
  • Released January 2016
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-Pro1
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-Pro3
Leica Q
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 50000
  • Yes Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28mm (F1.7) lens
  • 640g - 130 x 80 x 93mm
  • Announced June 2015
  • Additionally Known as Typ 116
  • Later Model is Leica Q2
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Leica Q Overview

Here is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 versus Leica Q, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and the Q (24MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and Q (Full frame) feature different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was unveiled 8 months later than the Q so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-Pro2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Leica Q being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 matches up versus the Q in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro2 over the Leica Q

 Fujifilm X-Pro2 Q 
AnnouncedJanuary 2016June 2015Fresher by 8 months
Display resolution1620k1040kCrisper display (+580k dot)

Reasons to pick Leica Q over the Fujifilm X-Pro2

 Q Fujifilm X-Pro2 
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Leica Q

 Fujifilm X-Pro2 Q 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display size
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Leica Q Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 features physical dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Leica Q has dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-Pro2 versus Leica Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 against the Q.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Leica Q size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Q is 74 and 63 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Leica Q top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Leica Q Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Q.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 uses the smaller sensor which will make achieving bokeh more challenging. The more modern Fujifilm X-Pro2 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Leica Q sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Leica Q Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Leica Q Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Portrait photography factors
Leica Q Portrait photography factors
79
manual focus
megapixel count good (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
82
manual focus
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
has face detect autofocus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Street photography information
Leica Q Street photography information
67
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
weather proof
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
67
built in image stabilization (Yes)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
provides focus via touch
good ISO range (50,000)
fixed screen
more heavy than competitors in class (640g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-Pro2
Sports photography with Leica Q
71
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
megapixel count good (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
weather proof
supports phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery power (350 shots)
68
quiet shooting (1/16,000s)
built in image stabilization (Yes)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
can't change focal length (28mm)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Travel photography information
Leica Q Travel photography information
62
weather proof
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
terrible battery power (350 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
63
provides focus via touch
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
good maximum aperture (f1.7)
more heavy than competitors in class (640 grams)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Landscape photography factors
Leica Q Landscape photography factors
74
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
exports RAW formats
weather proof
has dual storage slots
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery power (350 per charge)
74
manual focus
good maximum aperture (f1.7)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Yes)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
good ISO range (50,000)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Vlogging details
Leica Q Vlogging details
33
supports face detect focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with mic jack
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
32
good maximum aperture (f1.7)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Yes)
has face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no microphone jack
more heavy than competitors in class (640 grams)
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Leica Q Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Leica Q
 Fujifilm X-Pro2Leica Q
General Information
Make FujiFilm Leica
Model type Fujifilm X-Pro2 Leica Q
Also called as - Typ 116
Type Advanced Mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Released 2016-01-15 2015-06-10
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor III Maestro II
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 12800 50000
Max boosted ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Lowest boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 273 -
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 28mm (1x)
Max aperture - f/1.7
Macro focusing distance - 17cm
Available lenses 54 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 1,620k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot 3,680k dot
Viewfinder coverage 92 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.6x 0.76x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/2000s
Highest quiet shutter speed 1/32000s 1/16000s
Continuous shooting speed 8.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, suppressed flash, rear-curtain synchro, commander) no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/250s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840x2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25,p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 495g (1.09 lb) 640g (1.41 lb)
Dimensions 141 x 83 x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") 130 x 80 x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 85
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 24.3
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.7
DXO Low light rating not tested 2221
Other
Battery life 350 images -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-W126 BP-DC12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 12 secs)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (Dual slots, UHS-II support in slot 1) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Two 1
Cost at launch $1,700 $4,300