Leica Q2vs G85
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street, Travel, Documentary — Leica Q2 (2019): The most capable fixed-lens full-frame camera at its launch. Leica quality without compromise.
Travel & Video — G85 (2016): The G85 is the definitive enthusiast MFT package — combining 4K/30p, Dual I.S. 2 stabilisation, and weather sealing in an affordable, well-built body. It lacks phase-detect AF (contrast-detect only) but covers travel, landscape, and casual video effectively. One of the best-value used-market MFT cameras available — a practical, capable companion for photographers who want reliability over cutting-edge specs.
Who should buy what
Leica Q2 (2019)
- Street and travel photographers who want full-frame quality in a compact form
- Photographers who prefer one lens and no system complexity
G85 (2016)
- Travel photographers who want weather sealing on a budget
- Vloggers and hybrid shooters
- MFT system users stepping up from entry-level
Quick take: The leica q2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the g85 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica Q2 (2019) | G85 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,750 | £350 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | 16MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS (no low-pass filter) |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 16.0MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps, 1080p 120fps | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with manual override | Contrast-detect AF, DFD technology |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS | 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 (body + lens) |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 9fps |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | ~330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 718g | 426g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 130.0 × 80.0 × 91.0mm | 128.4 × 89.2 × 74.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.79× 3.68M-dot | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots |
| Mount | Fixed 28mm f/1.7 Summilux-C ASPH | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, HDMI | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica Q2 | G85 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Architecture | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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