Leica Q vs Panasonic LX100 II

Following is a thorough assessment of the Leica Q and Panasonic LX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Leica and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Q (24MP) and LX100 II (17MP) and the Q (Full frame) and LX100 II (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The Q was released 4 years prior to the LX100 II which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Q scores vs the LX100 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica Q & Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II. The complete galleries are provided at Leica Q Gallery & Panasonic LX100 II Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica Q enjoys physical measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX100 II has measurements of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).

Compare the Leica Q and Panasonic LX100 II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Q compared to the LX100 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Q and LX100 II is 63 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The picture below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Q and LX100 II.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Q because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Leica Q will offer more detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged Q is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.