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Leica Q vs Sony RX1

Portability
63
Imaging
72
Features
64
Overall
68
Leica Q front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 front
Portability
79
Imaging
70
Features
57
Overall
64

Leica Q vs Sony RX1 Key Specs

Leica Q
(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
  • Revealed June 2015
  • Alternate Name is Typ 116
  • Successor is Leica Q2
Sony RX1
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 35mm (F2.0-22.0) lens
  • 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
  • Revealed February 2013
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Leica Q vs Sony RX1 Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the Leica Q vs Sony RX1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the Q (24MP) and the RX1 (24MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (Full frame).

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The Q was revealed 2 years later than the RX1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Q grades versus the RX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Leica Q over the Sony RX1

 Q RX1 
RevealedJune 2015February 2013Fresher by 29 months
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony RX1 over the Leica Q

 RX1 Q 
Screen resolution1229k1040kCrisper screen (+189k dot)

Common features in the Leica Q and Sony RX1

 Q RX1 
Manual focus Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen size
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Leica Q vs Sony RX1 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about 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") along with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1 has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Q compared to the RX1.

Leica Q vs Sony RX1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Q and RX1 is 63 and 79 respectively.

Leica Q vs Sony RX1 top view buttons comparison

Leica Q vs Sony RX1 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The visual underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q and RX1.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher Q is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Leica Q vs Sony RX1 sensor size comparison

Leica Q vs Sony RX1 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica Q vs Sony RX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica Q as a Portrait photography camera
Sony RX1 as a Portrait photography camera
83
has manual focus
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features face detection focusing
exports RAW files
82
you can focus manually
flash sync is higher than normal (1/4,000s)
good resolution (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detect focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Leica Q
Street photography with Sony RX1
67
image stabilization (Yes)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW files
comes with focus by touch
above average ISO range (50,000)
screen is fixed
more heavy than competition in class (640g)
66
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
very good high ISO (25,600)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than others in class (482 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Leica Q as a Sports photography camera
Sony RX1 as a Sports photography camera
69
silent mode (1/16,000s)
image stabilization (Yes)
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
no phase detect AF
53
good resolution (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
focal length is fixed (35mm)
slow frames per second (5.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
low battery (270 shots)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Leica Q
Travel photography with Sony RX1
63
comes with focus by touch
MP count decent (24MP)
fast maximum aperture (f1.7)
more heavy than competition in class (640 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
62
good resolution (24MP)
built-in flash
very good max aperture (f2.0)
no Time Lapse function
low battery (270 per charge)
heavier than others in class (482 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Leica Q Landscape photography factors
Sony RX1 Landscape photography factors
75
has manual focus
fast maximum aperture (f1.7)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Yes)
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
above average ISO range (50,000)
exports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
65
you can focus manually
very good max aperture (f2.0)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
good resolution (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
very good high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
does not have image stabilization
low battery (270 per charge)
no Time Lapse function
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Vlogging Comparison

Leica Q Vlogging information
Sony RX1 Vlogging information
32
fast maximum aperture (f1.7)
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Yes)
features face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external microphone socket
more heavy than competition in class (640 grams)
34
very good max aperture (f2.0)
supports face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
includes mic port
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
heavier than others in class (482 grams)
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Leica Q vs Sony RX1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica Q and Sony RX1
 Leica QSony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1
General Information
Manufacturer Leica Sony
Model Leica Q Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1
Also called as Typ 116 -
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2015-06-10 2013-02-19
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Maestro II -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 35.8 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 852.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 50000 25600
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 25
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28mm (1x) 35mm (1x)
Largest aperture f/1.7 f/2.0-22.0
Macro focus distance 17cm -
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dot 1,229 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - Xtra FineTFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic and Optical (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 3,680 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/16000 seconds -
Continuous shooting speed 10.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 6.00 m
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/4000 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 640g (1.41 lbs) 482g (1.06 lbs)
Physical dimensions 130 x 80 x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 85 93
DXO Color Depth score 24.3 25.1
DXO Dynamic range score 12.7 14.3
DXO Low light score 2221 2534
Other
Battery life - 270 images
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model BP-DC12 NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $4,300 $2,798