Leica Q2 vs Sony A7 II

Below, we are looking at the Leica Q2 vs Sony A7 II, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Leica and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Q2 (47MP) and A7 II (24MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The Q2 was revealed 4 years after the A7 II which is quite a sizable 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 Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Q2 grades versus the A7 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Q2 and Sony Alpha A7 II. The full galleries are viewable at Leica Q2 Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica Q2 has outer measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) while the Sony A7 II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Contrast the Leica Q2 vs Sony A7 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Q2 versus the A7 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Q2 and A7 II is 61 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Q2 and A7 II.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Leica Q2 to give extra detail because of its extra 23 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Q2 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.