Leica Q vs Nikon L28

Below, we are reviewing the Leica Q vs Nikon L28, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Q (24MP) and the L28 (20MP) is fairly similar but the Q (Full frame) and L28 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The Q was revealed 2 years later than the L28 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Leica Q being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Nikon L28 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the Q scores against the L28 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica Q and Nikon Coolpix L28. The full galleries are provided at Leica Q Gallery and Nikon L28 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica Q has got 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) and the Nikon L28 has dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Q versus the L28.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Q and L28 is 63 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The photograph below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Q and L28.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Q having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Leica Q will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more modern Q provides a benefit in sensor technology.