Qvs RX100 VI
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street, Travel & Fine Art Photography — Q (2015): The camera that redefined luxury compact photography — a full-frame sensor, the finest 28mm compact lens available, and a shooting feel that is uniquely Leica.
Travel & Vlogging — RX100 VI (2018): The RX100 VI trades fast apertures for a remarkable 24-200mm zoom range — giving it more versatility than any previous model. 4K/30p, 24fps burst, a pop-up EVF, and an articulating screen round out an exceptional compact package. Variable aperture limits low-light performance at the long end, but for travel and events where reach matters, there is no practical alternative at this size.
Who should buy what
Q (2015)
- Street and documentary photographers who want a full-frame fixed-lens camera with iconic character
- Travel photographers who want the finest compact image quality available
- Leica enthusiasts who want an autofocus alternative to the M system
- Photographers who value build quality and shooting experience as much as spec sheets
RX100 VI (2018)
- Travel photographers who need versatile reach in a pocketable body
- Vloggers and content creators who need 4K and an articulating screen
- Event photographers who want discreet, capable wide-to-tele coverage
- Wildlife and sports enthusiasts who want a compact travel option
Quick take: The q has the highest resolution at 24mp; the rx100 vi is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Q (2015) | RX100 VI (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,999 | £700 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI Stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p, 960fps HFR |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF, 49 AF fields, face detection | Fast Hybrid AF, 315 phase-detect points, Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | None | Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 24fps |
| Battery Life | ~270 shots (CIPA) | ~240 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 640g (with battery and card) | 301g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 130.0 × 80.0 × 93.5mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.68M dots, 0.68× magnification | Pop-up EVF, 2.35M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 921k dots |
| Mount | Fixed Leica Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD / Memory Stick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Q | RX100 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Wildlife | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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