Leica Q2vs A7 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.
Travel, Portrait — A7 II (2014): The camera that proved full-frame IBIS was possible in a compact body.
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
A7 II (2014)
- Photographers upgrading from APS-C who want full-frame on a budget
- Film shooters adapting vintage lenses (IBIS helps enormously)
Quick take: The leica q2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the a7 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica Q2 (2019) | A7 II (2014) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,750 | £549 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | Full-frame BSI CMOS 35mm |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps, 1080p 120fps | 1080p 60fps |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with manual override | 117-point phase-detect hybrid AF |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 5fps |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | 350 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 718g | 599g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 130.0 × 80.0 × 91.0mm | 126.9 × 95.7 × 59.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.79× 3.68M-dot | EVF 0.71× 2.36M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.23M-dot |
| Mount | Fixed 28mm f/1.7 Summilux-C ASPH | Sony E-Mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | SD / Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, HDMI | Wi-Fi, NFC, Micro USB, Micro HDMI |
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