Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sigma DP1s

Following is a in depth comparison of the Leica Q2 Monochrom versus Sigma DP1s, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) and DP1s (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The Q2 Monochrom was launched 11 years after the DP1s which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Q2 Monochrom scores against the DP1s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sigma DP1s. The complete galleries are provided at Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica Q2 Monochrom has 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) while the Sigma DP1s has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Q2 Monochrom versus the DP1s.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q2 Monochrom and DP1s is 60 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The pic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Q2 Monochrom and DP1s.

Plainly, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Q2 Monochrom due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 42 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer Q2 Monochrom will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.