Leica Q2 vs Sony RX100 III

On this page, we will be contrasting the Leica Q2 versus Sony RX100 III, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Leica and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Q2 (47MP) and RX100 III (20MP) and the Q2 (Full frame) and RX100 III (1") offer different sensor sizing.

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The Q2 was brought out 4 years after the RX100 III which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Q2 scores versus the RX100 III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica Q2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The entire galleries are provided at Leica Q2 Gallery & Sony RX100 III Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica Q2 comes with outer measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) and the Sony RX100 III has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

Check the Leica Q2 versus Sony RX100 III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Q2 against the RX100 III.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Q2 and RX100 III is 61 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Q2 and RX100 III.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Q2 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Leica Q2 will render more detail having its extra 27 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer Q2 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.