Leica Q-P vs Sigma DP1x

Lets look a little more in depth at the Leica Q-P and Sigma DP1x, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the Q-P (24MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the Q-P (Full frame) and DP1x (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Q-P was revealed 8 years later than the DP1x and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the Q-P grades against the DP1x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica Q-P & Sigma DP1x. The full galleries are viewable at Leica Q-P Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica Q-P enjoys exterior dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) while the Sigma DP1x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check out the Leica Q-P and Sigma DP1x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Q-P vs the DP1x.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q-P and DP1x is 63 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Q-P and DP1x.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Q-P using its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica Q-P will provide extra detail because of its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern Q-P is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.