Leica Q2 vs Sony ZV-1 II

Its time to examine more in depth at the Leica Q2 vs Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the Q2 (47MP) and ZV-1 II (20MP) and the Q2 (Full frame) and ZV-1 II (1") use different sensor dimensions.

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The Q2 was launched 5 years earlier than the ZV-1 II which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Q2 scores versus the ZV-1 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica Q2 & Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica Q2 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Leica Q2 has outside dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 II has sizing of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") along with a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Q2 compared to the ZV-1 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q2 and ZV-1 II is 61 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Q2 and ZV-1 II.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Q2 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica Q2 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 27MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Q2 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.