Leica Q vs Panasonic ZS100

Lets look more closely at the Leica Q vs Panasonic ZS100, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Q (24MP) and the ZS100 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the Q (Full frame) and ZS100 (1") have different sensor measurements.

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The Q was announced 6 months prior to the ZS100 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Q matches up versus the ZS100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The whole galleries are available at Leica Q Gallery & Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Leica Q features outside measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS100 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Q against the ZS100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q and ZS100 is 63 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Q and ZS100.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Q using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Leica Q will give more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.