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Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit — full-frame fixed · 2019
Leica

Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit

full-frame fixed · 2019

92
/ 100
From $6,995
VS
Nikon Z8 · Body only wins by 2
Nikon Z8 · Body only — full-frame · 2023
Nikon

Nikon Z8 · Body only

full-frame · 2023

94
/ 100
From $3,999
Specdex verdict

Nikon Z8 · Body only takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit lands at 92 and Nikon Z8 · Body only at 94. That puts Nikon Z8 · Body only ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit if…

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

Pick Nikon Z8 · Body only if…

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

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

Photo

Nikon Z8 · Body only

Compared on the photo sub-score

Nikon Z8 · Body only leads on photo (94 vs 92).

Autofocus

Nikon Z8 · Body only

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Nikon Z8 · Body only leads on autofocus (92 vs 88).

Video

Nikon Z8 · Body only

Compared on the video sub-score

Nikon Z8 · Body only leads on video (90 vs 84).

Value for money

Nikon Z8 · Body only

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Nikon Z8 · Body only more score per dollar ($3,999 vs $6,995).

Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit 92
vs
94 Nikon Z8 · Body only

Score breakdown

Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit
92
photo 92
video 84
autofocus 88
ergonomics 86
Nikon Z8 · Body only
94
photo 94
video 90
autofocus 92
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit versus Nikon Z8 · Body only — full spec comparison
Spec Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit Nikon Z8 · Body only
Format
full-frame fixed
full-frame
Release year
2019
2023

Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit

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

Nikon Z8 · Body only

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

FAQ: Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit vs Nikon Z8 · Body only

Which is better, Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit or Nikon Z8 · Body only? +

Nikon Z8 · Body only scores 94 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit worth the price? +

At $6,995, Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.

Is Nikon Z8 · Body only worth the price? +

At $3,999, Nikon Z8 · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in photo.

Does Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit or Nikon Z8 · Body only 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 photo, Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit or Nikon Z8 · Body only? +

Nikon Z8 · Body only — leads on photo (94 vs 92). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Leica Q2 · with 24-70mm kit or Nikon Z8 · Body only? +

Nikon Z8 · Body only — leads on autofocus (92 vs 88). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.