Fujifilm XQ2 vs Leica Q-P

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm XQ2 and the Leica Q-P, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Fujifilm XQ2 was introduced in January 2015 and Leica Q-P was introduced in November 2018. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm XQ2 over Leica Q-P.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Leica Q-P over Fujifilm XQ2.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Fujifilm XQ2 and Leica Q-P have 3.0" Fixed screens with 920k dot and 1,040k dot resolutions respectively. Leica Q-P also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Leica Q-P) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Electronic Viewfinder on Leica Q-P

Leica Q-P has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 3,680k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage and 0.76x magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Fujifilm XQ2.

Fujifilm XQ2 features a 12 megapixel 2/3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 8.8 x 6.6 mm and a total area of 58.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800. Leica Q-P features a 24.2 megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor with dimensions of 36 x 24 mm and a total area of 576 mm². Its native ISO range is [].

Fujifilm XQ2 is equipped with EXR Processor II processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2664, 4000 x 2248, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1864, 2816 x 1584, , 2112 x 2112, 2048 x x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Leica Q-P is equipped with Maestro II processor and can take pictures up to 6000 x 4000 resolution.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi

Cameras have built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Leica Q-P

Leica Q-P has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm XQ2 has a Micro HDMI and Leica Q-P has an HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm XQ2 comes with NP-48 battery pack with battery life of 240 shots and Leica Q-P comes with BP-DC12 battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm XQ2, and up to 1/16000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/2000 sec with mechanical shutter on Leica Q-P. Fujifilm XQ2 can shoot continuously up to 12.0 fps. Leica Q-P can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Flash

Fujifilm XQ2 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 7.40 m at Auto ISO. Leica Q-P has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Shoe Mount..

Fujifilm XQ2 body has dimensions of 100 x 59 x 33 mm (3.94 x 2.32 x 1.3") and Leica Q-P body has dimensions of 130 x 80 x 93 mm (5.12 x 3.15 x 3.66"). Fujifilm XQ2 weighs 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz) and Leica Q-P weighs 640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz).

Fujifilm XQ2

Leica Q-P

100 mm

59 mm

130 mm

80 mm

59 mm

80 mm

33 mm

93 mm