Leica Q2 vs Leica Q2 Monochrom

Let's take a more detailed look at the Leica Q2 versus Leica Q2 Monochrom, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both offered by Leica. The image resolution of the Q2 (47MP) and the Q2 Monochrom (47MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The Q2 was manufactured 19 months before the Q2 Monochrom which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the Q2 matches up versus the Q2 Monochrom when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q2 & Leica Q2 Monochrom. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica Q2 Gallery & Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Leica Q2 comes with exterior dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) while the Leica Q2 Monochrom has measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 734 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Q2 versus the Q2 Monochrom.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q2 and Q2 Monochrom is 61 and 60 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Q2 and Q2 Monochrom.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files however you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged Q2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.