Leica C-Lux vs Leica Q

The following is a thorough analysis of the Leica C-Lux vs Leica Q, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Leica. The image resolution of the C-Lux (20MP) and the Q (24MP) is fairly well matched but the C-Lux (1") and Q (Full frame) come with totally different sensor size.

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The C-Lux was released 3 years after the Q which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the C-Lux grades against the Q for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C-Lux & Leica Q. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica C-Lux Gallery & Leica Q Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica C-Lux provides external measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Leica Q has proportions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the C-Lux compared to the Q.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the C-Lux and Q is 85 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the C-Lux and Q.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The C-Lux due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Leica Q will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The newer C-Lux is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.