Leica Q2 vs Leica X2
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Leica Q2 vs Leica X2 Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12500
- No Video
- 36mm (F2.8) lens
- 345g - 124 x 69 x 52mm
- Released May 2012
- Replaced the Leica X1
- New Model is Leica X Vario
Leica Q2 vs Leica X2 Overview
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.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Leica Q2 vs Leica X2 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Leica Q2 over the Leica X2
Q2 | X2 | |||
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Released | March 2019 | May 2012 | More recent by 84 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica X2 over the Leica Q2
X2 | Q2 |
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Common features in the Leica Q2 and Leica X2
Q2 | X2 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Leica Q2 vs Leica X2 Physical Comparison
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).
Analyze the Leica Q2 versus Leica X2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Leica Q2 vs Leica X2 Sensor Comparison
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.
Leica Q2 vs Leica X2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica Q2 vs Leica X2 Specifications
Leica Q2 | Leica X2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Leica |
Model type | Leica Q2 | Leica X2 |
Alternate name | Type No. 4889 | - |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2019-03-07 | 2012-05-10 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 47MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 8368 x 5584 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 12500 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 36mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.7 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 17cm | 30cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/40000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4K/30/24p, 1080/120/60/30/24p | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 718g (1.58 lb) | 345g (0.76 lb) |
Dimensions | 130 x 80 x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 124 x 69 x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 96 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2491 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | 450 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-SCL4 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $4,985 | $994 |