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Canon EOS R6 — full-frame · 2020
Canon

Canon EOS R6

full-frame · 2020

89
/ 100
From $2,499
VS
Leica Q2 wins by 3
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, Canon EOS R6 lands at 89 and Leica Q2 at 92. That puts Leica Q2 ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Canon EOS R6 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 89).

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

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

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

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

Value for money

Canon EOS R6

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Canon EOS R6 more score per dollar ($2,499 vs $5,795).

Canon EOS R6 89
vs
92 Leica Q2

Score breakdown

Canon EOS R6
89
photo 89
video 85
autofocus 87
ergonomics 86
Leica Q2
92
photo 92
video 84
autofocus 88
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Canon EOS R6 versus Leica Q2 — full spec comparison
Spec Canon EOS R6 Leica Q2
Format
full-frame
full-frame fixed
Release year
2020
2019

Canon EOS R6

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 R6 vs Leica Q2

Which is better, Canon EOS R6 or Leica Q2? +

Leica Q2 scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon EOS R6 worth the price? +

At $2,499, Canon EOS R6 delivers a Specdex score of 89 — 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 R6 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, Canon EOS R6 or Leica Q2? +

Leica Q2 — leads on photo (92 vs 89). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is the better value, Canon EOS R6 or Leica Q2? +

Canon EOS R6 — more score per dollar ($2,499 vs $5,795). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.