Leica Q vs Sony RX1R II

Below is a in-depth review of the Leica Q vs Sony RX1R II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Q (24MP) and RX1R II (42MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The Q was released 4 months before the RX1R II so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Q grades against the RX1R II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica Q Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica Q has outside measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R II has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Contrast the Leica Q vs Sony RX1R II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Q compared to the RX1R II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q and RX1R II is 63 and 78 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Q and RX1R II.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony RX1R II to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 18MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively.