Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sony RX100 IV

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sony RX100 IV, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and RX100 IV (20MP) and the Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) and RX100 IV (1") come with different sensor sizes.

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The Q2 Monochrom was released 5 years later than the RX100 IV and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Q2 Monochrom scores versus the RX100 IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery and Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Leica Q2 Monochrom comes with physical 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 Sony RX100 IV has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sony RX100 IV in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Q2 Monochrom versus the RX100 IV.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Q2 Monochrom and RX100 IV is 60 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Q2 Monochrom and RX100 IV.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Q2 Monochrom because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 27MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern Q2 Monochrom should have an edge in sensor tech.