Leica M10 vs Leica Q2 Monochrom

Here, we will be contrasting the Leica M10 versus Leica Q2 Monochrom, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Leica. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the M10 (24MP) and Q2 Monochrom (47MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The M10 was introduced 4 years prior to the Q2 Monochrom and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Leica Q2 Monochrom being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the M10 grades vs the Q2 Monochrom with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M10 & Leica Q2 Monochrom. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M10 Gallery & Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica M10 features physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Leica Q2 Monochrom has sizing of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 734 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the M10 vs the Q2 Monochrom.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M10 and Q2 Monochrom is 75 and 60 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M10 and Q2 Monochrom.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Leica Q2 Monochrom to offer you extra detail using its extra 23MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older M10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.