Leica Q2vs Z6
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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.
Travel, Portrait, Video — Z6 (2018): Nikon's proof of concept — and a genuinely excellent camera.
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
Z6 (2018)
- Nikon DSLR users making their first move to mirrorless
- Photographers who want full-frame Nikon glass on a budget
Quick take: The leica q2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the z6 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica Q2 (2019) | Z6 (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,750 | £749 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | Full-frame BSI CMOS 35mm |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps, 1080p 120fps | 4K 30fps (full-width), 1080p 120fps |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with manual override | 273-point phase-detect hybrid AF |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 12fps |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | 310 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 718g | 585g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 130.0 × 80.0 × 91.0mm | 134.0 × 100.5 × 67.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.79× 3.68M-dot | EVF 0.80× 3.69M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.2" tilting touchscreen, 2.1M-dot |
| Mount | Fixed 28mm f/1.7 Summilux-C ASPH | Nikon Z-Mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Single XQD / CFexpress Type B |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, HDMI | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C 3.1, HDMI |
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