Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Ricoh CX5

In this write-up, we are comparing the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Ricoh CX5, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Leica and Ricoh. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and CX5 (10MP) and the Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) and CX5 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Q2 Monochrom was introduced 9 years after the CX5 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Leica Q2 Monochrom being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Q2 Monochrom grades versus the CX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Q2 Monochrom & Ricoh CX5. The whole galleries are available at Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica Q2 Monochrom offers physical 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) and the Ricoh CX5 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Q2 Monochrom compared to the CX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q2 Monochrom and CX5 is 60 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Q2 Monochrom and CX5.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Q2 Monochrom using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will give you greater detail using its extra 37MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent Q2 Monochrom will have a benefit in sensor technology.