Fujifilm
X100VI
Fixed-lens premium compact with 40MP X-Trans and classic street photography design.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Feb 2024
Leica
Q2
47MP full-frame fixed-lens compact with Summilux 28mm f/1.7 and weather sealing.
$4,995
Launch priceReleased Mar 2019
X100VI is 5 years newer.
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Wins
X100VI
Wins
Q2
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX100VI has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 49)
- BQ2 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
- BQ2 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 52 frames)
- BQ2 has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 6 fps)
- BQ2 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X100VI
128 × 75 × 55 mm
521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Q2
130 × 80 × 92 mm
718 g (1.58 lb / 25.33 oz)
X100VI is 2mm narrower, 5mm shorter, and 37mm thinner than Q2.
X100VI is 197 g lighter than Q2.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm X100VI · 92mm Q2
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X100VI
128 × 75 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Q2
130 × 80 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X100VI
128 × 55 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Q2
130 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100VI
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
Q2
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X100VI
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 55.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
AF points / zones
425 vs 49 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike, Airplane…
Weight
521 g vs 718 g — lower is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Q2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 80, 92
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 52 frames — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Vehicle
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only Q2 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X100VI
Pros
- ✓Unique fixed 23mm lens
- ✓40MP sensor
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Compact street camera
Cons
- –Fixed lens only
- –No interchangeable lenses
- –Premium price
Q2
Pros
- ✓47MP full-frame
- ✓Summilux 28mm f/1.7
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓Iconic one-camera solution
Cons
- –Fixed 28mm lens
- –Expensive
- –Superseded by Q3
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Fujifilm X100VI
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, X100VI or Q2?
Q2 scores 8.5/10 versus 5.5/10 for X100VI — 47.3MP — excellent for prints up to 24×36".
What's the resolution difference between the X100VI and Q2?
X100VI is 40.2 MP and Q2 is 47.3 MP, so the Q2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100VI and Q2 have in-body image stabilization?
X100VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Q2 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100VI or the Q2?
X100VI reaches 20 fps electronic. Q2 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100VI and Q2?
X100VI weighs 521 g and Q2 weighs 718 g, so the X100VI is 197 g lighter.
Do the X100VI and Q2 record 4K video?
X100VI: 4K up to 60p. Q2: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X100VI and Q2 weather sealed?
X100VI: Yes. Q2: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 310 shots (CIPA) for the X100VI and 520 shots for the Q2, giving the Q2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100VI launched at $1,599 and Q2 at $4,995. The X100VI is $3,396 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Leica press materials.