Leica Q2 vs Panasonic ZS200

Below, we are comparing the Leica Q2 and Panasonic ZS200, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the Q2 (47MP) and ZS200 (20MP) and the Q2 (Full frame) and ZS200 (1") come with different sensor size.

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The Q2 was revealed 13 months later than the ZS200 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Q2 scores versus the ZS200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Q2 and Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS200. The full galleries are available at Leica Q2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS200 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica Q2 has external dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS200 has dimensions of 111mm x 66mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs).

Contrast the Leica Q2 and Panasonic ZS200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Q2 versus the ZS200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Q2 and ZS200 is 61 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q2 and ZS200.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Q2 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Leica Q2 will show more detail because of its extra 27MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Q2 should have an edge in sensor technology.