Leica Q2 vs Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Leica Q2 and the Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR, 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 was introduced in March 2019 and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR was introduced in July 2010. 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 Leica Q2 over Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR over Leica Q2.

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

Leica Q2 has a 3.0" screen with 1,040k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR has a 3.50" screen with 460k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens. 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 (available only on Leica Q2) 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 Q2

Leica Q2 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 3,686k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage and 0.76x magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR.

Leica Q2 features a 47.3 megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor with dimensions of 36 x 24 mm and a total area of 864 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 100,000. Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR features a 12.0 megapixel 1/2-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.4 x 4.8 mm and a total area of 23 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600 and expands to 100 - 3,200 in boosted mode.

Leica Q2 is equipped with Maestro II processor and can take pictures up to 8368 x 5584 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 28mm: 6000 x 4000, 4272 x 2848 | 35mm: 6704 x 4472, 4800 x 3200, 3424 x 2288 | 50mm: 4688 x 3128, 3360 x 2240, 2400 x 1600 | 75mm: 3136 x 2096, 2240 x 1496, 1600 x 1072 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR is equipped with EXR processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2248, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1584, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.

No Low-Pass Filter on Leica Q2

There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Leica Q2. 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.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Leica Q2

Leica Q2 has a 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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Bluetooth on Leica Q2

Leica Q2 has a 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.
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USB Inputs

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

Battery

Leica Q2 comes with BP-SCL4 battery pack with battery life of 370 shots and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR comes with NP-45A battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Leica Q2 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/40000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/2000 sec with mechanical shutter on Leica Q2, and up to 1/1000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR. Leica Q2 can shoot continuously up to 20.0 fps. Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR can shoot continuously up to 1.6 fps.

Flash

Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR has a built-in flash with maximum range of 3.90 m. Leica Q2 has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Shoe Mount. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/500 sec on Leica Q2.

Leica Q2 body has dimensions of 130 x 80 x 92 mm (5.12 x 3.15 x 3.62") and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR body has dimensions of 98 x 59 x 20 mm (3.86 x 2.32 x 0.79"). Leica Q2 weighs 734 g (1.62 lb / 25.89 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR weighs 158 g (0.35 lb / 5.57 oz).

Leica Q2

Fujifilm FinePix Z800EXR

130 mm

80 mm

98 mm

59 mm

80 mm

59 mm

92 mm

20 mm