Leica Q2vs Lumix G9
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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.
Wildlife, Sports, Travel — Lumix G9 (2017): The G9 showed that Micro Four Thirds could compete for fast-action stills.
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
Lumix G9 (2017)
- Wildlife photographers who want fast burst and long telephoto reach at lower cost
- MFT system users who prioritise stills over video
Quick take: The leica q2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the lumix g9 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica Q2 (2019) | Lumix G9 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,750 | £549 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps, 1080p 120fps | 4K 60fps, C4K 24fps |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with manual override | 225-point contrast-detect DFD |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops (6.0 stops dual IS) |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | 400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 718g | 658g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 130.0 × 80.0 × 91.0mm | 136.9 × 97.3 × 91.6mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.79× 3.68M-dot | EVF 0.83× 3.68M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M-dot |
| Mount | Fixed 28mm f/1.7 Summilux-C ASPH | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | 2× SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, HDMI | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C, HDMI full-size |
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