Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 VA

Following is a thorough overview of the Leica Q-P and Sony RX100 VA, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. The resolution of the Q-P (24MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is very similar but the Q-P (Full frame) and RX100 VA (1") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The Q-P was released 4 months after the RX100 VA and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Q-P grades against the RX100 VA for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Q-P and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The complete galleries are provided at Leica Q-P Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica Q-P features outside dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VA has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Leica Q-P and Sony RX100 VA in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Q-P and the RX100 VA.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Q-P and RX100 VA is 63 and 89 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The picture here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q-P and RX100 VA.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Q-P featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica Q-P will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively.