Leica Q-P vs Leica Q

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q
      73
      Image cannot be found
      76
      Image cannot be found
      Image cannot be found
      Image cannot be found
      Image cannot be found
      Image cannot be found

      Disclosure: We earn money from the affiliate links to products associated with content in this article.

      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Leica Q-P and the Leica Q, 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.

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

      Leica Q-P Highlights

      • 24.2 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
      • 49 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 1,040k dot Fixed Screen
      • 3,680k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Leica Q Highlights

      • 24.2 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 50,000 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 1,040k dot Fixed Screen
      • 3,680k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Leica Q
      4. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      5. Screen and Viewfinder
      6. Sensor
      7. Photography Features
      8. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      9. Other Features
      10. Physical Parameters
      11. For Different Types of Photography
      12. Evaluations
      13. Specifications  

      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.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Leica Q-P and Leica Q.

      PROS

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      •   Video Capture
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,680k dot
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   Large Sensor
      •   50,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,680k dot
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      •   Expensive
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.2 Megapixel
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/16000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   Weight - 640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)
      •   Price
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/16000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   DxO Overall Score - 85
      •   Weight - 640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Leica Q-P.

      Leica Q2
      Image cannot be found

      Full Frame

      47.3 MP

      Leica Q3
      Image cannot be found

      Full Frame

      60.3 MP

      Leica Q2 Monochrom
      Image cannot be found

      Full Frame

      47.3 MP

      Fujifilm XQ2
      Image cannot be found

      2/3-inch

      12 MP

      Nikon S8000
      Image cannot be found

      1/2.3-inch

      14.2 MP

      Canon R10
      Image cannot be found

      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon 7D II
      Image cannot be found

      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Nikon Z f
      Image cannot be found

      Full Frame

      24.4 MP

      Canon R7
      Image cannot be found

      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Sony a7S III
      Image cannot be found

      Full Frame

      12.1 MP

      Nikon Z8
      Image cannot be found

      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Sony a6500
      Image cannot be found

      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Advantage of Leica Q

      Leica Q Typ 116
      Image cannot be found
      Image cannot be found
      Image cannot be found

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

      Leica Q-P vs Leica Q
      Cheaper $4995 vs $4250
      Built-in Microphone Mono vs Stereo

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Leica Q.

      Leica Q3
      Image cannot be found

      Full Frame

      60.3 MP

      Leica Q2
      Image cannot be found

      Full Frame

      47.3 MP

      Leica Q2 Monochrom
      Image cannot be found

      Full Frame

      47.3 MP

      Canon R100
      Image cannot be found

      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Canon R8
      Image cannot be found

      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z8
      Image cannot be found

      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Canon R7
      Image cannot be found

      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Sony W800
      Image cannot be found

      1/2.3-inch

      20.1 MP

      Nikon Z30
      Image cannot be found

      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Sony RX100 III
      Image cannot be found

      1-inch

      20.1 MP

      Canon R10
      Image cannot be found

      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Sony a6100
      Image cannot be found

      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      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.

      STRENGTHS Leica Q-P Leica Q
        Video Capture
        Large SensorFull FrameFull Frame
        Touch-to-Focus
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Touch Screen
        High Resolution Viewfinder3,680k dot3,680k dot
        HDMI Output
        Built-In Wi-Fi
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Leica Q-P Leica Q
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/2000 sec
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 1080
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Leica Q-P and Leica Q have 3.0" Fixed screens with 1,040k dot resolution. Both models feature touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality 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.


      Viewfinder

      Cameras have built-in Electronic viewfinders with 3,680k dot resolution. They both have 100% coverage.

      Sensor

      Leica Q-P features a 24.2 megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor with dimensions of 36 x 24 mm and a total area of 864 mm2. Its native ISO range is []. Leica Q 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 100 - 50,000.

      Photography Features

      Cameras are 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.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      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.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


      NFC

      Cameras have 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. Both cameras have HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Leica Q-P and Leica Q come with BP-DC12 battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

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

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/16000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/2000 sec with mechanical shutter on both models. Cameras can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected to both of them via Shoe Mount..

      Physical Parameters

      Leica Q-P and Leica Q bodies have the same dimensions of 130 x 80 x 93 mm (5.12 x 3.15 x 3.66") and they both weigh 640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz).

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      130 mm

      80 mm

      Image cannot be displayed

      130 mm

      80 mm

      Image cannot be displayed


      80 mm

      Image cannot be displayed

      80 mm

      Image cannot be displayed


      93 mm

      Image cannot be displayed

      93 mm

      Image cannot be displayed

      Size comparisons of Leica Q-P and Leica Q

      Leica Q-P and Leica Q for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      GOOD
      77
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      GOOD
      80
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      GOOD
      83
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,680k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   50,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,680k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      GOOD
      77
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,680k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      81
      •   50,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,680k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   Large Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor
      EXCELLENT
      95
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Large Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      GOOD
      80
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)
      GOOD
      80
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Leica Q-P and Leica Q and give them scores of 73 and 76 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      OVERALL
      73
      OVERALL
      76

      Sensor

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      GOOD
      72
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.2 Megapixel
      GOOD
      80
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   50,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 85

      Photo

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      GOOD
      76
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/16000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      GOOD
      76
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/16000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps

      Video

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      GOOD
      82
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,680k dot
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,680k dot

      Connectivity

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      GOOD
      75
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      GOOD
      78
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Leica Q-P

      Leica Q

      POOR
      46
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)
      POOR
      46
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)


      For a full specification list please go to the specifications page:

      Amazon Affiliate Disclosure
      ZKelectronics is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for website owners to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon (.com, .co.uk, .ca, etc) and any other websites that may be affiliated with Amazon Service LLC Associates Program.