Leica Q2 vs Sony RX100 V

In this article, we will be looking at the Leica Q2 vs Sony RX100 V, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Leica and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the Q2 (47MP) and RX100 V (20MP) and the Q2 (Full frame) and RX100 V (1") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The Q2 was announced 2 years after the RX100 V which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Q2 scores versus the RX100 V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica Q2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The whole galleries are available at Leica Q2 Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica Q2 features exterior measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) while the Sony RX100 V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica Q2 vs Sony RX100 V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Q2 compared to the RX100 V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q2 and RX100 V is 61 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Q2 and RX100 V.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Q2 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Leica Q2 will provide more detail with its extra 27MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher Q2 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.