Leica Q vs Sigma DP2 Merrill

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Leica Q and Sigma DP2 Merrill, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Q (24MP) and DP2 Merrill (15MP) and the Q (Full frame) and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The Q was released 3 years later than the DP2 Merrill and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the Q grades vs the DP2 Merrill with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica Q Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica Q comes with exterior dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Q against the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q and DP2 Merrill is 63 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Q and DP2 Merrill.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Q because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Leica Q will show more detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer Q is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.