Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 VI
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Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 VI 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
- Revealed November 2018
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Introduced June 2018
- Replaced the Sony RX100 V
- Replacement is Sony RX100 VII

Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 VI Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Leica Q-P versus Sony RX100 VI, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the Q-P (24MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is relatively comparable but the Q-P (Full frame) and RX100 VI (1") provide totally different sensor size.

The Q-P was released 6 months later than the RX100 VI so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the Q-P grades against the RX100 VI in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 VI Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q-P & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The complete galleries are provided at Leica Q-P Gallery & Sony RX100 VI Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica Q-P over the Sony RX100 VI
Q-P | RX100 VI |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Leica Q-P
RX100 VI | Q-P | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+189k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Leica Q-P and Sony RX100 VI
Q-P | RX100 VI | |||
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Introduced | November 2018 | ![]() | June 2018 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 VI Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Leica Q-P enjoys physical 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 RX100 VI has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).
Look at the Leica Q-P versus Sony RX100 VI in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Q-P vs the RX100 VI.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Q-P and RX100 VI is 63 and 88 respectively.

Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 VI Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Q-P and RX100 VI.
As you can tell, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Q-P featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Leica Q-P will show greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.

Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 VI Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica Q-P vs Sony RX100 VI Specifications
Leica Q-P | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica Q-P | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2018-11-06 | 2018-06-05 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Maestro II | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | - | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.7-16 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 17cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 24.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 640g (1.41 lbs) | 301g (0.66 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 80 x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-DC12 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $3,995 | $1,198 |