Leica Q2 vs Leica X2

Lets examine more in depth at the Leica Q2 versus Leica X2, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both are created by Leica. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the Q2 (47MP) and X2 (16MP) and the Q2 (Full frame) and X2 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The Q2 was released 6 years later than the X2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Q2 scores vs the X2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Q2 and Leica X2. The complete galleries are available at Leica Q2 Gallery and Leica X2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica Q2 features outside measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) whilst the Leica X2 has measurements of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Q2 compared to the X2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Q2 and X2 is 61 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Q2 and X2.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Q2 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Leica Q2 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 31 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The newer Q2 provides a benefit in sensor technology.