Leica Q2vs Z5 II
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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.
Full-Frame Value — Z5 II (2024): The most accessible full-frame mirrorless — dual card slots, weather sealing, and Nikon colour at a sensible 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 II (2024)
- DSLR photographers making the switch to full-frame mirrorless
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame Z quality at the most accessible price
- Z5 owners wanting significantly improved autofocus and uncropped 4K
- Landscape and portrait photographers stepping up from APS-C
Quick take: The leica q2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the z5 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica Q2 (2019) | Z5 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,750 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps, 1080p 120fps | 4K/30p oversampled, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with manual override | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 718g | 700g body only |
| Dimensions | 130.0 × 80.0 × 91.0mm | 134.0 × 100.5 × 69.9mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.79× 3.68M-dot | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× 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 (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, HDMI | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica Q2 | Z5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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