Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Leica X1

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Leica Q2 Monochrom versus Leica X1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Leica. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and X1 (12MP) and the Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) and X1 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Q2 Monochrom was brought out 10 years later than the X1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the Q2 Monochrom scores vs the X1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica Q2 Monochrom and Leica X1. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery and Leica X1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica Q2 Monochrom has got external measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 734 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Leica X1 has sizing of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica Q2 Monochrom versus Leica X1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Q2 Monochrom and the X1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q2 Monochrom and X1 is 60 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Q2 Monochrom and X1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Q2 Monochrom due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will deliver greater detail having its extra 35MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer Q2 Monochrom is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.