Leica Q2 vs Sigma DP1s

Lets examine more closely at the Leica Q2 and Sigma DP1s, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Leica and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Q2 (47MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the Q2 (Full frame) and DP1s (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Q2 was released 9 years later than the DP1s and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the Q2 matches up vs the DP1s with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q2 & Sigma DP1s. The complete galleries are available at Leica Q2 Gallery & Sigma DP1s Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Leica Q2 enjoys outside dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) and the Sigma DP1s has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica Q2 and Sigma DP1s in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Q2 compared to the DP1s.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Q2 and DP1s is 61 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q2 and DP1s.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Q2 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Leica Q2 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 42 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger Q2 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.