Leica Q2vs Z50
VS
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.
Beginner, Travel, Everyday — Z50 (2019): Nikon's Z system at its most accessible.
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
Z50 (2019)
- Nikon DSLR users wanting a lighter mirrorless
- First-time enthusiast camera buyers
Quick take: The leica q2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the z50 is the most affordable; only the leica q2 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica Q2 (2019) | Z50 (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,750 | £499 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps, 1080p 120fps | 4K 30fps (1.5× crop), 1080p 120fps |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with manual override | 209-point phase-detect hybrid AF |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS | None |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 11fps |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | 300 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 718g | 397g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 130.0 × 80.0 × 91.0mm | 126.5 × 93.5 × 60.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.79× 3.68M-dot | EVF 0.68× 2.36M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.2" downward-tilting touchscreen, 1.04M-dot |
| Mount | Fixed 28mm f/1.7 Summilux-C ASPH | Nikon Z-Mount (DX) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, HDMI | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, Micro USB, Micro HDMI |
More comparisons with Leica Q2
Camera family history