Leica Q2 vs Samsung ST600

Its time to examine more in depth at the Leica Q2 versus Samsung ST600, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Leica and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Q2 (47MP) and ST600 (14MP) and the Q2 (Full frame) and ST600 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Q2 was introduced 9 years later than the ST600 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Leica Q2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Q2 grades versus the ST600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Q2 and Samsung ST600. The whole galleries are provided at Leica Q2 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Leica Q2 features exterior measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST600 has sizing of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Q2 vs the ST600.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Q2 and ST600 is 61 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Q2 and ST600.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Q2 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica Q2 will show greater detail using its extra 33MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger Q2 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.