Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Leica Q2

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Leica Q2 Monochrom and the Leica Q2, 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 Q2 Monochrom was introduced in November 2020 and Leica Q2 was introduced in March 2019. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Leica Q2 Monochrom Highlights

      • 47.3 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
      • No Optical Low-pass Filter
      • 100 - 100,000 Native ISO
      • 49 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 1,040k dot Fixed Screen
      • 3,686k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 20.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 4096 x 2160 Video Shooting
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Leica Q2 Highlights

      • 47.3 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
      • No Optical Low-pass Filter
      • 100 - 100,000 Native ISO
      • 49 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 1,040k dot Fixed Screen
      • 3,686k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 20.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 4096 x 2160 Video Shooting
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      • Wheather Sealed Body
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Leica Q2
      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 Q2 Monochrom and Leica Q2.

      PROS

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      •   Video Capture
      •   Large Sensor
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 47.3 Megapixel
      •   100,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,686k dot
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/40000 sec
      •   High Max Continuous Shooting - 20.0 fps
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/500 sec
      •   High Video Resolution - 4096 x 2160
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   Large Sensor
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 47.3 Megapixel
      •   100,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,686k dot
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/40000 sec
      •   High Max Continuous Shooting - 20.0 fps
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/500 sec
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 96
      •   High Video Resolution - 4096 x 2160
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   USB Charging

      CONS

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      •   Expensive
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No IP Streaming
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   No USB Charging
      •   Expensive
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Short Battery Life - 370 shots


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

      AVERAGE

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Weight - 734 g (1.62 lb / 25.89 oz)
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Weight - 734 g (1.62 lb / 25.89 oz)

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      60.3 MP

      Leica Q-P
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Leica Q Typ 116
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Sony a7 III
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon Rebel T5i
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Canon 70D
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Advantage of Leica Q2

      Leica Q2
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Leica Q2 over Leica Q2 Monochrom.

      Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Leica Q2
      Cheaper $5995 vs $4995
      Longer Battery Life 350 shots vs 370 shots
      USB Charging vs

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      Full Frame

      60.3 MP

      Fujifilm X100VI
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      APS-C

      40.2 MP

      Leica Q-P
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Leica Q Typ 116
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
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      Micro Four Thirds

      12.8 MP

      Panasonic G9
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20.33 MP

      Canon R10
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon A3500 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Ricoh GR Digital IV
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      1/1.7-inch

      10.0 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 Q2 Monochrom Leica Q2
        Video Capture
        Large SensorFull FrameFull Frame
        High Resolution Sensor47.3 Megapixel47.3 Megapixel
        High Native ISO100,000100,000
        Touch-to-Focus
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Touch Screen
        High Resolution Viewfinder3,686k dot3,686k dot
        High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/40000 sec1/40000 sec
        High Max Continuous Shooting20.0 fps20.0 fps
        High Flash Sync Speed1/500 sec1/500 sec
        High Video Resolution4096 x 21604096 x 2160
        Built-In Wi-Fi
        Built-In Bluetooth
        Environmental Sealing
      WEAKNESSES Leica Q2 Monochrom Leica Q2
        Expensive$5995$4995
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/2000 sec
        No HDMI Output
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        Short Battery Life350 shots370 shots

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Leica Q2 Monochrom and Leica Q2 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 3,686k dot resolution. They both have 100% coverage and 0.76x magnification.

      Sensor

      Both models feature a 47.3 megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor with dimensions of 36 x 24 mm and a total area of 864 mm2. Their native ISO range is 100 - 100,000

      Photography Features

      Cameras are equipped with Maestro II processor and can take pictures up to 8368 x 5584 resolution.


      No Low-Pass Filter

      There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on either of the cameras. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.


      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 (802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz on Leica Q2 Monochrom) 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.


      Bluetooth

      Leica Q2 Monochrom and Leica Q2 have built-in Bluetooth which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in Bluetooth.


      USB Inputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.


      Battery

      Leica Q2 Monochrom and Leica Q2 come with BP-SCL4 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots on Leica Q2 Monochrom and with battery life of 370 shots on Leica Q2.


      External Storage Slots

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

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/40000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/2000 sec with mechanical shutter on both models. Cameras can shoot continuously up to 20.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected to both of them via Shoe Mount. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/500 sec on both cameras.

      Physical Parameters

      Leica Q2 Monochrom and Leica Q2 bodies have the same dimensions of 130 x 80 x 92 mm (5.12 x 3.15 x 3.62") and they both weigh 734 g (1.62 lb / 25.89 oz).

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      130 mm

      80 mm

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      92 mm

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      Size comparisons of Leica Q2 Monochrom and Leica Q2

      Leica Q2 Monochrom and Leica Q2 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 Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   100,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,686k dot
      •   High Max Continuous Shooting - 20.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   100,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,686k dot
      •   High Max Continuous Shooting - 20.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 370 shots

      Wildlife Photography

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      GOOD
      84
      •   100,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,686k dot
      •   High Max Continuous Shooting - 20.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      84
      •   100,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,686k dot
      •   High Max Continuous Shooting - 20.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 370 shots

      Portrait Photography

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   Large Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/500 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      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
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/500 sec

      Street Photography

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Large Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 734 g (1.62 lb / 25.89 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Large Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 734 g (1.62 lb / 25.89 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      GOOD
      84
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 4096 x 2160
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 734 g (1.62 lb / 25.89 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      GOOD
      84
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 4096 x 2160
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 734 g (1.62 lb / 25.89 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 370 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Leica Q2 Monochrom and Leica Q2 and give them scores of 79 and 80 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 Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      OVERALL
      79
      OVERALL
      80

      Sensor

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      GOOD
      84
      •   Large Sensor
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 47.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   100,000 Highest Native ISO
      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Large Sensor
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 47.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   100,000 Highest Native ISO
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 96

      Photo

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      GOOD
      81
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/40000 sec
      •   High Max Continuous Shooting - 20.0 fps
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/500 sec
      GOOD
      81
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/40000 sec
      •   High Max Continuous Shooting - 20.0 fps
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/500 sec

      Video

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 4096 x 2160
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 4096 x 2160

      Focusing

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

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

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,686k dot
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,686k dot

      Connectivity

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      GOOD
      74
      •   No IP Streaming
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      GOOD
      75
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Leica Q2 Monochrom

      Leica Q2

      GOOD
      70
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 734 g (1.62 lb / 25.89 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      GOOD
      70
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 734 g (1.62 lb / 25.89 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 370 shots


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

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