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Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit — full-frame · 2020
Canon

Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit

full-frame · 2020

92
/ 100
From $5,099
VS
Leica Q2 — full-frame fixed · 2019
Leica

Leica Q2

full-frame fixed · 2019

92
/ 100
From $5,795
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit lands at 92 and Leica Q2 at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance

Pick Leica Q2 if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Tie

Compared on the photo sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit leads on autofocus (90 vs 88).

Video

Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit

Compared on the video sub-score

Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit leads on video (88 vs 84).

Value for money

Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit more score per dollar ($5,099 vs $5,795).

Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit 92
vs
92 Leica Q2

Score breakdown

Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit
92
photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86
Leica Q2
92
photo 92
video 84
autofocus 88
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit versus Leica Q2 — full spec comparison
Spec Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit Leica Q2
Format
full-frame
full-frame fixed
Release year
2020
2019

Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

Leica Q2

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

FAQ: Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit vs Leica Q2

Which is better, Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit or Leica Q2? +

Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit worth the price? +

At $5,099, Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.

Is Leica Q2 worth the price? +

At $5,795, Leica Q2 delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.

Does Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit or Leica Q2 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for autofocus, Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit or Leica Q2? +

Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit — leads on autofocus (90 vs 88). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.

Which is better for video, Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit or Leica Q2? +

Canon EOS R5 · with 24-70mm kit — leads on video (88 vs 84). Compared on the video sub-score.