Leica Q vs Leica X1

Its time to look a little more closely at the Leica Q versus Leica X1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are built by Leica. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Q (24MP) and X1 (12MP) and the Q (Full frame) and X1 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The Q was released 5 years after the X1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Q scores versus the X1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Q and Leica X1. The complete galleries are available at Leica Q Gallery and Leica X1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Leica Q features exterior 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 Leica X1 has specifications of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Q vs the X1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q and X1 is 63 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The pic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q and X1.

All in all, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Q due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Leica Q will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer Q should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.