Leica Q2vs Z50 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.
All-Round Photography — Z50 II (2024): Nikon's updated APS-C body with 4K/60p, improved subject tracking, and a vari-angle screen — a solid all-rounder.
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 II (2024)
- Beginners stepping into the Nikon Z system wanting improved autofocus
- Content creators who want APS-C Z quality with subject detection AF
- Z50 owners who want meaningfully better AF performance for people and pets
- Travel photographers wanting a compact, capable Z body at an accessible price
Quick take: The leica q2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the z50 ii 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 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,750 | £899 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps, 1080p 120fps | 4K/60p uncropped, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with manual override | Phase-detect, 249 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | ~330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 718g | 385g body only |
| Dimensions | 130.0 × 80.0 × 91.0mm | 127.0 × 96.8 × 66.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.79× 3.68M-dot | EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 28mm f/1.7 Summilux-C ASPH | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, HDMI | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica Q2 | Z50 II |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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