Leica Q vs Sony RX100

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Leica Q vs Sony RX100, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Q (24MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is pretty close but the Q (Full frame) and RX100 (1") provide different sensor size.

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The Q was launched 2 years later than the RX100 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the Q matches up vs the RX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica Q & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The complete galleries are available at Leica Q Gallery & Sony RX100 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Leica Q comes with outside measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) and the Sony RX100 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Q against the RX100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q and RX100 is 63 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Q and RX100.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Q because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Leica Q will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent Q should have an advantage in sensor technology.