Leica Q2vs Nikon Zfc
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Nikon Zfc (2021)
Starting from £799 new
Best for Lifestyle, street & casual shooters
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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.
Lifestyle, Street & Casual Shooters — Nikon Zfc (2021): Nikon's most beautiful camera — FM2-inspired dials and styling wrapped around a capable modern sensor with Z-mount access.
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
Nikon Zfc (2021)
- Photographers who want APS-C Z quality in a retro film-camera aesthetic
- Beginners and enthusiasts attracted to tactile dial controls
- Street and travel photographers who want a compact, stylish Z body
- Anyone who wants the Nikon Z system entry point with a distinctive look
Quick take: The leica q2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the nikon zfc is the most affordable; only the leica q2 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica Q2 (2019) | Nikon Zfc (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,750 | £799 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps, 1080p 120fps | 4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with manual override | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with subject detection |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS | None (lens-based only) |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 11fps |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | 300 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 718g | 445g body only |
| Dimensions | 130.0 × 80.0 × 91.0mm | 134.5 × 93.5 × 43.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.79× 3.68M-dot | 0.39" OLED 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 UHS-I SD |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, HDMI | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica Q2 | Nikon Zfc |
|---|---|---|
| Street | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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