Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Leica X-U

Here, we will be looking at the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Leica X-U, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Leica. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and X-U (16MP) and the Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) and X-U (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Q2 Monochrom was introduced 4 years after the X-U which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Q2 Monochrom grades vs the X-U when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q2 Monochrom & Leica X-U. The whole galleries are provided at Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery & Leica X-U Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica Q2 Monochrom has got external measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 734 grams (1.62 lbs) and the Leica X-U has measurements of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") with a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Q2 Monochrom versus the X-U.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Q2 Monochrom and X-U is 60 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Q2 Monochrom and X-U.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Q2 Monochrom having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will give more detail using its extra 31MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher Q2 Monochrom is going to have an edge in sensor tech.