Leica Q2 vs Leica X1

Lets look more in depth at the Leica Q2 vs Leica X1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both are built by Leica. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Q2 (47MP) and X1 (12MP) and the Q2 (Full frame) and X1 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The Q2 was announced 9 years after the X1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Q2 matches up versus the X1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Q2 and Leica X1. The whole galleries are provided at Leica Q2 Gallery and Leica X1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Leica Q2 has outer dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) while the Leica X1 has specifications of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Leica Q2 vs Leica X1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Q2 and the X1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q2 and X1 is 61 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The pic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Q2 and X1.

All in all, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Q2 using its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Leica Q2 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 35MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent Q2 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.