Leica Q vs Sony RX100 IV

Here, we will be contrasting the Leica Q versus Sony RX100 IV, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Q (24MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is relatively well matched but the Q (Full frame) and RX100 IV (1") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Q was brought out at a similar time to the RX100 IV which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Q scores versus the RX100 IV in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The entire galleries are provided at Leica Q Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica Q provides outside 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 Sony RX100 IV has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Q versus the RX100 IV.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Q and RX100 IV is 63 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q and RX100 IV.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Q because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica Q will give greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.