Leica Q3 vs Sony RX1R

Lets look more closely at the Leica Q3 versus Sony RX1R, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the Q3 (60MP) and RX1R (24MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (Full frame).

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The Q3 was unveiled 10 years later than the RX1R and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the Q3 grades vs the RX1R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The full galleries are viewable at Leica Q3 Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica Q3 comes with external dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 743 grams (1.64 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Contrast the Leica Q3 versus Sony RX1R in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Q3 and the RX1R.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Q3 and RX1R is 60 and 79 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Q3 and RX1R.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Leica Q3 to give you more detail having an extra 36MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Q3 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.