Leica Q2 vs Sony ZV-1

Below is a in depth comparison of the Leica Q2 vs Sony ZV-1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the Q2 (47MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the Q2 (Full frame) and ZV-1 (1") posses totally different sensor size.

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The Q2 was manufactured 14 months prior to the ZV-1 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Q2 matches up versus the ZV-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica Q2 & Sony ZV-1. The entire galleries are available at Leica Q2 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Leica Q2 features outer measurements of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the Leica Q2 vs Sony ZV-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Q2 versus the ZV-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q2 and ZV-1 is 61 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Q2 and ZV-1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Q2 because of its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Leica Q2 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 27 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older Q2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.