Leica Q2vs Z5
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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.
Entry-Level Full-Frame & Dslr Switchers — Z5 (2020): The most affordable route into full-frame Z — dual card slots, IBIS, and a capable sensor at an accessible price.
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
Z5 (2020)
- DSLR photographers switching to full-frame mirrorless for the first time
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame image quality on a tighter budget
- Photographers stepping up from APS-C who don't need fast burst or 4K
- Z5 II shoppers on a budget — the original Z5 is now excellent value used
Quick take: The leica q2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the z5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica Q2 (2019) | Z5 (2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,750 | £999 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | 24.3MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps, 1080p 120fps | 4K/30p (with crop), 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with manual override | Hybrid AF — 273 phase-detect points, eye/subject detection |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS | IBIS — up to 5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 4.5fps |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 718g | 590g (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 130.0 × 80.0 × 91.0mm | 134 × 100.5 × 69.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.79× 3.68M-dot | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.8× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 28mm f/1.7 Summilux-C ASPH | Nikon Z mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, HDMI | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica Q2 | Z5 |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Sports | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — |
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