Leica Q2 vs Olympus TG-860

Below, we will be comparing the Leica Q2 versus Olympus TG-860, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Q2 (47MP) and TG-860 (16MP) and the Q2 (Full frame) and TG-860 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The Q2 was revealed 4 years after the TG-860 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Leica Q2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Olympus TG-860 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Q2 grades versus the TG-860 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q2 and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860. The full galleries are available at Leica Q2 Gallery and Olympus TG-860 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica Q2 has exterior measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-860 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check out the Leica Q2 versus Olympus TG-860 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Q2 vs the TG-860.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Q2 and TG-860 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Q2 and TG-860.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Q2 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Leica Q2 will offer you more detail because of its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Q2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.