Leica Q2 vs Ricoh GR III

Lets examine more in depth at the Leica Q2 and Ricoh GR III, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Ricoh. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Q2 (47MP) and GR III (24MP) and the Q2 (Full frame) and GR III (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The Q2 was revealed 6 months later than the GR III and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Q2 scores vs the GR III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica Q2 & Ricoh GR III. The full galleries are available at Leica Q2 Gallery & Ricoh GR III Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Leica Q2 has got outside measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) while the Ricoh GR III has specifications of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Q2 compared to the GR III.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Q2 and GR III is 61 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Q2 and GR III.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Q2 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Leica Q2 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 23MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.