Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sigma DP2s
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Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 100000
- Optical Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- 28mm (F1.7) lens
- 734g - 130 x 80 x 92mm
- Revealed October 2020
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Superseded the Sigma DP2
- Refreshed by Sigma DP2x
Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sigma DP2s Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Leica Q2 Monochrom versus Sigma DP2s, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) and DP2s (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Q2 Monochrom was announced 10 years after the DP2s which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Q2 Monochrom matches up versus the DP2s when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sigma DP2s Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Q2 Monochrom & Sigma DP2s. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica Q2 Monochrom over the Sigma DP2s
Q2 Monochrom | DP2s | |||
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Introduced | October 2020 | February 2010 | More modern by 130 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Leica Q2 Monochrom
DP2s | Q2 Monochrom |
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Common features in the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sigma DP2s
Q2 Monochrom | DP2s | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica Q2 Monochrom offers exterior 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 Sigma DP2s has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Analyze the Leica Q2 Monochrom versus Sigma DP2s in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Q2 Monochrom against the DP2s.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q2 Monochrom and DP2s is 60 and 86 respectively.
Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Q2 Monochrom and DP2s.
As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Q2 Monochrom with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will produce extra detail with its extra 42 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more modern Q2 Monochrom should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
Leica Q2 Monochrom | Sigma DP2s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Sigma |
Model | Leica Q2 Monochrom | Sigma DP2s |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2020-10-11 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 47 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 8368 x 5584 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 100000 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 41mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/1.7 | - |
Macro focus distance | 17cm | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/40000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 20.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 320x240 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 734 gr (1.62 lb) | 280 gr (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 80 x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP-SCL4 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $5,995 | $940 |