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Sony A7 III · Body only — full-frame · 2018
Sony

Sony A7 III · Body only

full-frame · 2018

88
/ 100
From $1,998
VS
Leica Q2 wins by 4
Leica Q2 — full-frame fixed · 2019
Leica

Leica Q2

full-frame fixed · 2019

92
/ 100
From $5,795
Specdex verdict

Leica Q2 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sony A7 III · Body only lands at 88 and Leica Q2 at 92. That puts Leica Q2 ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Sony A7 III · Body only 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

Leica Q2

Compared on the photo sub-score

Leica Q2 leads on photo (92 vs 88).

Autofocus

Leica Q2

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Leica Q2 leads on autofocus (88 vs 86).

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

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

Value for money

Sony A7 III · Body only

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sony A7 III · Body only more score per dollar ($1,998 vs $5,795).

Sony A7 III · Body only 88
vs
92 Leica Q2

Score breakdown

Sony A7 III · Body only
88
photo 88
video 84
autofocus 86
ergonomics 86
Leica Q2
92
photo 92
video 84
autofocus 88
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Sony A7 III · Body only versus Leica Q2 — full spec comparison
Spec Sony A7 III · Body only Leica Q2
Format
full-frame
full-frame fixed
Release year
2018
2019

Sony A7 III · 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

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: Sony A7 III · Body only vs Leica Q2

Which is better, Sony A7 III · Body only or Leica Q2? +

Leica Q2 scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Sony A7 III · Body only worth the price? +

At $1,998, Sony A7 III · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in photo.

Is Leica Q2 worth the price? +

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

Does Sony A7 III · Body only 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 photo, Sony A7 III · Body only or Leica Q2? +

Leica Q2 — leads on photo (92 vs 88). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Sony A7 III · Body only or Leica Q2? +

Leica Q2 — leads on autofocus (88 vs 86). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.