Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 V
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Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F1.7-16) lens
- 640g - 130 x 80 x 93mm
- Announced November 2018
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Introduced October 2016
- Superseded the Sony RX100 IV
- Replacement is Sony RX100 VI

Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 V Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Leica Q-P versus Sony RX100 V, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. The resolution of the Q-P (24MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is relatively comparable but the Q-P (Full frame) and RX100 V (1") posses totally different sensor size.

The Q-P was brought out 2 years later than the RX100 V and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Q-P matches up against the RX100 V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 V Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q-P and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The entire galleries are provided at Leica Q-P Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica Q-P over the Sony RX100 V
Q-P | RX100 V | |||
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Introduced | November 2018 | ![]() | October 2016 | More recent by 26 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 V over the Leica Q-P
RX100 V | Q-P | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+189k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Leica Q-P and Sony RX100 V
Q-P | RX100 V | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 V Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica Q-P has got physical 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) and the Sony RX100 V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Compare the Leica Q-P versus Sony RX100 V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Q-P vs the RX100 V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q-P and RX100 V is 63 and 89 respectively.

Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 V Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q-P and RX100 V.
Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Q-P due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Leica Q-P will provide extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Q-P is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 V Specifications
Leica Q-P | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Sony |
Model | Leica Q-P | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2018-11-06 | 2016-10-06 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Maestro II | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | - | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.7-16 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 17cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dot | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 24.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 640g (1.41 pounds) | 299g (0.66 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 80 x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 586 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC12 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $3,995 | $998 |