Leica C-Lux vs Leica Q-P

Following is a thorough analysis of the Leica C-Lux vs Leica Q-P, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are built by Leica. The image resolution of the C-Lux (20MP) and the Q-P (24MP) is relatively close but the C-Lux (1") and Q-P (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The C-Lux was manufactured 4 months before the Q-P which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the C-Lux matches up against the Q-P in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica C-Lux & Leica Q-P. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica C-Lux Gallery & Leica Q-P Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica C-Lux has got outer dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") along with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Leica Q-P has measurements 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the C-Lux compared to the Q-P.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the C-Lux and Q-P is 85 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the C-Lux and Q-P.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The C-Lux due to its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Leica Q-P will render extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.