Leica Q vs Sigma fp L
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Leica Q vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- Yes Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F1.7) lens
- 640g - 130 x 80 x 93mm
- Launched June 2015
- Alternative Name is Typ 116
- Updated by Leica Q2
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced March 2021
- Previous Model is Sigma fp

Leica Q vs Sigma fp L Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Leica Q versus Sigma fp L, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the Q (24MP) and fp L (61MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (Full frame).

The Q was launched 6 years earlier than the fp L which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica Q being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the Q grades versus the fp L when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica Q vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica Q & Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica Q Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica Q over the Sigma fp L
Q | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Leica Q
fp L | Q | |||
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Announced | March 2021 | ![]() | June 2015 | Newer by 70 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper display (+1060k dot) |
Common features in the Leica Q and Sigma fp L
Q | fp L | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Leica Q vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica Q provides physical dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Contrast the Leica Q versus Sigma fp L in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Q against the fp L.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q and fp L is 63 and 83 respectively.

Leica Q vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The image below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Q and fp L.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Sigma fp L to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 37MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged Q will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica Q vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica Q vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Leica Q | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Sigma |
Model type | Leica Q | Sigma fp L |
Also referred to as | Typ 116 | - |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-06-10 | 2021-03-25 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Maestro II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 9520 x 6328 |
Max native ISO | 50000 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Leica L |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/1.7 | - |
Macro focusing range | 17cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 40 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dots | 3,680 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 640g (1.41 pounds) | 427g (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 130 x 80 x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 85 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2221 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-DC12 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $4,300 | $2,499 |