Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Sony ZV-1 II

Lets look a little more in depth at the Leica Q2 Monochrom versus Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and ZV-1 II (20MP) and the Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) and ZV-1 II (1") provide different sensor size.

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The Q2 Monochrom was unveiled 3 years earlier than the ZV-1 II and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the Q2 Monochrom scores versus the ZV-1 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The full galleries are available at Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery and Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. 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) and the Sony ZV-1 II has sizing of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

Contrast the Leica Q2 Monochrom versus Sony ZV-1 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Q2 Monochrom and the ZV-1 II.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Q2 Monochrom and ZV-1 II is 60 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Q2 Monochrom and ZV-1 II.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Q2 Monochrom with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will result in greater detail having an extra 27MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older Q2 Monochrom will be behind with regard to sensor technology.