Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Panasonic TS5

Here is a complete assessment of the Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Panasonic TS5, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and TS5 (16MP) and the Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) and TS5 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The Q2 Monochrom was introduced 7 years later than the TS5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica Q2 Monochrom being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the Q2 Monochrom scores against the TS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q2 Monochrom and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The whole galleries are provided at Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica Q2 Monochrom provides exterior dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 734 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Panasonic TS5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Q2 Monochrom vs the TS5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q2 Monochrom and TS5 is 60 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Q2 Monochrom and TS5.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Q2 Monochrom having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will deliver more detail using its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Q2 Monochrom should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.