Leica Q-P vs Sony HX80

Its time to take a closer look at the Leica Q-P and Sony HX80, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Q-P (24MP) and HX80 (18MP) and the Q-P (Full frame) and HX80 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Q-P was brought out 2 years after the HX80 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Leica Q-P being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Q-P matches up vs the HX80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica Q-P & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are available at Leica Q-P Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica Q-P has got outer measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Q-P compared to the HX80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Q-P and HX80 is 63 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Q-P and HX80.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Q-P because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Leica Q-P will provide more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent Q-P will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.