Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R
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![Leica Q2 front Leica Q2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-Q2/Leica-Q2-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX1R/Sony-RX1R-front.jpg)
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Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Newer Model is Sony RX1R II
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Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Leica Q2 versus Sony RX1R, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Q2 (47MP) and RX1R (24MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (Full frame).
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The Q2 was released 5 years after the RX1R which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Q2 grades versus the RX1R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The complete galleries are provided at Leica Q2 Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica Q2 over the Sony RX1R
Q2 | RX1R | |||
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Introduced | March 2019 | ![]() | June 2013 | Newer by 70 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Leica Q2
RX1R | Q2 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper screen (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Leica Q2 and Sony RX1R
Q2 | RX1R | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica Q2 enjoys external dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica Q2 versus Sony RX1R in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Q2 compared to the RX1R.
![Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R size comparison Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-Q2-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX1R-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q2 and RX1R is 61 and 79 respectively.
![Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R top view buttons comparison Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-Q2-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX1R-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q2 and RX1R.
As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Leica Q2 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 23 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Q2 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
![Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R sensor size comparison Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-Q2-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX1R-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-Q2-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX1R-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica Q2 vs Sony RX1R Specifications
Leica Q2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica Q2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
Alternative name | Type No. 4889 | - |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2019-03-07 | 2013-06-26 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 47MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 8368 x 5584 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.7 | f/2.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 17cm | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/40000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.00 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4K/30/24p, 1080/120/60/30/24p | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 718g (1.58 lbs) | 482g (1.06 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 80 x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 96 | 91 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.4 | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | 13.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 2491 | 2537 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photographs | 270 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-SCL4 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $4,985 | $2,798 |