Leica Q vs Sigma DP2

Following is a in depth overview of the Leica Q vs Sigma DP2, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Leica and Sigma. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the Q (24MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the Q (Full frame) and DP2 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The Q was manufactured 5 years after the DP2 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Q matches up against the DP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Q & Sigma DP2. The entire galleries are provided at Leica Q Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica Q offers outside dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Q against the DP2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q and DP2 is 63 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q and DP2.

As you can see, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Q due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Leica Q will give extra detail due to its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher Q will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.