Leica Q-P vs Sony ZV-1F

The following is a extended comparison of the Leica Q-P versus Sony ZV-1F, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. The resolution of the Q-P (24MP) and the ZV-1F (20MP) is fairly similar but the Q-P (Full frame) and ZV-1F (1") provide totally different sensor size.

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The Q-P was introduced 4 years earlier than the ZV-1F which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Q-P scores vs the ZV-1F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica Q-P & Sony ZV-1F. The whole galleries are available at Leica Q-P Gallery & Sony ZV-1F Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica Q-P offers outer measurements 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 ZV-1F has measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 256 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Q-P compared to the ZV-1F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Q-P and ZV-1F is 63 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The pic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Q-P and ZV-1F.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Q-P having a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica Q-P will deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged Q-P is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.