Leica Q vs Fujifilm X-A5

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Leica Q vs Fujifilm X-A5

35mm 864.0mm²
24.0 megapixels
28.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Leica Q Review.

APS-C 369.0mm²
24.2 megapixels
ISO 200 - 12,800

Go in depth with our full Fujifilm X-A5 Review.
How does it shoot? Fujifilm X-A5 in the real world.
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Compare Fujifilm X-A5 image quality against competitors.
What’s the bottom line? Read our Fujifilm X-A5 conclusion.

Succeeded by the Leica Q2
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Succeeded by the Fujifilm X-A7
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Differences

Leica Q advantages over Fujifilm X-A5

Larger sensor
35mm vs APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Eye-level viewfinder
Eye-level vs Rear display only
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Bigger pixels
~ 6.00 vs 3.92 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
NFC
Yes vs No
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Higher max flash sync
1/500 vs 1/180 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter vs Filter
Enjoy sharper photos
Faster JPEG shooting
10.0 fps vs 5.8 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster RAW shooting
10.0 fps vs 5.7 fps
Faster RAW shooting in burst mode

Fujifilm X-A5 advantages over Leica Q

Less expensive
$499 vs $3695*
Save money for lenses or accessories
Shoot 4K video
4K (UHD) vs 1080p
Make sure you have a fast computer
Tiltable Screen
Tiltable vs Fixed
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
Built-in Bluetooth
Yes vs No
Always-on wireless connectivity
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Thinner
40 mm vs 93 mm
Thinner
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Newer
6 years vs 9 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
Shoots 24p video
Yes vs No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos
Faster shutter
1/32000 vs 1/16000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Touchscreen
Both provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
In-camera panoramas
Both provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Review Excerpt

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Impressive overall image quality; Excellent high ISO performance; Very good dynamic range from RAW files; Full HD video at 60 fps; Good battery life.
Slower-than-average AF speed; 4K video capped at 15fps; Very slow startup to first shot time with new power-zoom kit lens; Sluggish single-shot cycle times.
Read our Fujifilm X-A5 Review

The Competition

Compared to Sony RX1

Leica Q

Sony RX1

$3695
35mm

Eye-level viewfinder
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$2398
35mm

Less expensive
More telephoto lens reach

Compare Leica Q vs Sony RX1

Fujifilm X-A5

Sony RX1

$499
APS-C

Less expensive
Shoot 4K video

$2398
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony RX1

Compared to Leica X-U (Typ 113)

Leica Q

Leica X-U (Typ 113)

$3695
35mm

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$3495
APS-C

Waterproof
More telephoto lens reach

Compare Leica Q vs Leica X-U (Typ 113)

Fujifilm X-A5

Leica X-U (Typ 113)

$499
APS-C

Focus peaking
Less expensive

$3495
APS-C

Waterproof
Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm X-A5 vs Leica X-U (Typ 113)

Compared to Fujifilm X-A3

Leica Q

Fujifilm X-A3

$3695
35mm

Larger sensor
Eye-level viewfinder

$549
APS-C

Less expensive
Tiltable Screen

Compare Leica Q vs Fujifilm X-A3

Fujifilm X-A5

Fujifilm X-A3

$499
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Built-in Bluetooth

$549
APS-C

Fast startup

Compare Fujifilm X-A5 vs Fujifilm X-A3

Compared to Canon EOS M6

Leica Q

Canon EOS M6

$3695
35mm

Larger sensor
Eye-level viewfinder

$399
APS-C

Less expensive
Tiltable Screen

Compare Leica Q vs Canon EOS M6

Fujifilm X-A5

Canon EOS M6

$499
APS-C

Lens selection
Larger sensor

$399
APS-C

Fast startup
NFC

Compare Fujifilm X-A5 vs Canon EOS M6

Compared to Leica Q2

Leica Q

Leica Q2

$3695
35mm

Less expensive
Bigger pixels

$5563
35mm

Shoot 4K video
Built-in Bluetooth

Compare Leica Q vs Leica Q2

Fujifilm X-A5

Leica Q2

$499
APS-C

Less expensive
Tiltable Screen

$5563
35mm

Larger sensor
Slower slow-motion

Compare Fujifilm X-A5 vs Leica Q2

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