Leica Q2vs A7C 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.
Full-Frame Hybrid — A7C II (2023): Full-frame AI autofocus in the most compact body available — the best camera under £1,500 for hybrid shooters.
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
A7C II (2023)
- Travel photographers who want full-frame quality in the most compact body
- Hybrid shooters who need full-frame video and IBIS in a small package
- A7C owners looking for a significant AF and video upgrade
- Portrait and wedding photographers who want a discreet full-frame backup
Quick take: The leica q2 has the highest resolution at 47mp; the a7c 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) | A7C II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,750 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | Full-frame CMOS 35mm | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 33.0MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps, 1080p 120fps | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with manual override | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | ~530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 718g | 514g body only |
| Dimensions | 130.0 × 80.0 × 91.0mm | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.79× 3.68M-dot | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 28mm f/1.7 Summilux-C ASPH | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, HDMI | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica Q2 | A7C II |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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