Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sony RX1R II

The following is a extended comparison of the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sony RX1R II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and the RX1R II (42MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The Q2 Monochrom was manufactured 5 years after the RX1R II which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Q2 Monochrom matches up vs the RX1R II for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The entire galleries are provided at Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica Q2 Monochrom has got physical dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 734 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R II has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

See the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sony RX1R II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Q2 Monochrom vs the RX1R II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Q2 Monochrom and RX1R II is 60 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The image here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q2 Monochrom and RX1R II.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Leica Q2 Monochrom to give greater detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Q2 Monochrom will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.