Had a chance to borrow a Q2. The first thing I noticed as soon as I got in my hands is how light it is. Most Leica's are heavy, this one is not. The autofocus was great. The viewfinder was very good. Fixed lens at 28mm but with it being a 47mp sensor you can crop the image in post processing and still have a sharp image. It's an outstanding camera for being a 28mm full frame 47mp camera.
Sure you can spend less. But for those of us who aren’t M buyers or capable, the Q2 is a fairly interesting prospect. Additionally, it’s not just about the money. This camera offers so much more. Great improvements, German build quality. Excellent resale, which you can’t say about more mainstream products. Finally it’s a Leica, something you keep for years to come. Thank you for the reviews guys !
LEICA listened to my request that I've been posting for the past year. Yes, 4k-video and the red dot. I now have the perfect point & shoot. Thank you Leica. P.S. What is Cine 4k???
Excellent and very Comprehensive tour of the Q2. (I was a little curious as what function u mite allocate to the top button ... ). A very full analysis; but no negative points (at all) ? Personally I think it’s the most desirable camera I’ve ever seen (in screen). I almost dread actually holding one ...
Please be realistic about the weather sealing. It has a IP rating of IP52. The first number stands for dust resistance and the second number for water resistance. the description for a two rating is "Vertically dripping water shall have no harmful effect when the enclosure is tilted at an angle up to 15° from its normal position." 2 is one of the lowest water resistance ratings. Also the 5 Dust rating does not correspond to full dust sealing. This is a $5,000 camera and with a weather sealing rating of IP52 treat it with the utmost care.
Isn‘t it actually the other way around? 5 is for water protection (quite good, actually as 6 would be the highest value) and 2 is for dust protection. Dust protction goes upto 9, so 2 is really quite low.
Wonder if it'll still fit the grip from the original Q or if I'll have to buy a new one of those as well. I always said the only camera that would replace my Q would be a Q2. Definitely interested in an upgrade. The Q has been the best travel camera I've used. I love pretty much everything about it.
"If a lens works great, why change it..." I'm not sure I can agree with this a 100%. Here is why: every lens in the market has its limitation in terms of resolving power. While this lens might be very sharp when paired with a 24MP sensor does not mean it will performance the same with a 47MP. For instance, Dpreview has just released a sample gallery of this Q2. After reviewing all the images, especially the portraiture ones and the dog images, I've come to the conclusion that it definitely has more resolution but not so much for sharpness.
Thank you for your fantastic video! Very informative. I own a Leica now, and I am very happy with it, but, I can’t find out how to take a slow motion video with it. If you can let me know, I thank you in advance.
Hi. Very clear info. The Type of pics that I shoot are urban, some of countryside and portraits. All of them while travelling. Currently I own a Leica D Lux 5 anf I do want to upgrade. After seeing your both videos CL and Q2, keeping in mind that in one side You might change lenses, in the other you can not but It came with a terrific 28 f1,7 and also 47MP. So far I don’t know yet which one to choose. Any suggestion based in your experience.? Many thx.
Leica makes beautiful compact camera cases for the X1, X2, D-Lux, C-Lux, and other Panasonic-made Leicas (the X1 and X2 were made by Leica). Look up the 19554 case for the D-Lux7 camera - it fits the camera perfectly with no room to spare, fully enclosed and protecting the lens, and it looks elegant - not like the old-fashioned camera cases. The case I now use that fits my Q2 like a glove is the Billingham 72.
Beautiful camera and lens. Thank you for the great review. Said that unfortunately the 28mm does not work for me. 50mm or even 35mm would be lovely. I assume Leica does not want jeopardize their sales of M line and expensive 50 and 33mm lenses. I know you could use digital cropping but that is not the same thing imho. May be I am alone in this observation but the new battery brakes the seamless design as well. Loosing the ports completely makes sense. The moment Leica releases a 50mm or 35mm Q I will buy one.
I've had my Q2 for about 4 months and routinely crop images to 35 and 50mm. The 47 mp sensor is capable of doing an amazing job of producing fine images when cropping. I love it!
Great camera. It's a bummer, that they did not include a headphone and microphone jack though! Is leica bringing our a hotshoe microphone? Why else bother with 4k DCI?
@@lenincastillo947 For me, the Q has almost replaced all my other cameras. It's fast, light and an absolute joy to use. And of course if the price has been off-putting for you, I'm sure a lot of great used Qs are going to be on sale soon with the Q2's arrival. It's still not going to be cheap, but it will still be a fabulous camera.
thank you! I will consider as a option. Although i would like to test one first to see how it works( pro and cons) I get use to shoot with Canon. Do you use the Leica Q as your main camera?@@DavidHDennis
Interested, just wonder if they will have an upgrade program. I’m pretty happy with my Q but can use more pixels for the 50 mm crop and better ISO performance.
B/H said they should have them shortly.... This is the first Red Dot I've ever considered... looking for a sort of Back up to my D850. My Rx 100... is going up for sale soon.. Thanks for the upload.. Love this body.... better start getting the accessories
David, I am a member of LHSA and have purchased a new Q2. What are your thoughts about the difficulty to put on the lens hood to the proper position once it has been removed and you want to replace? It is very tough to do to the point it feels like you are going to screw the permanent lens of the camera?
Exceptional information & review. I only wish that background music wasn't looped and at lower levels. Just not needed. His presentation is clear and intriguing without it.
This is just an overview and rundown of differences between the original Q and the new Q2. We will be working on a full, comprehensive review with plenty of real-world images.
The BP-SCL4 battery has an O-ring gasket where it makes contact with the camera. Works exactly like the Leica SL, which is built like a tank and very weather resistant.
Thank you for the review, but having around x100 series, ricoh etc....Why i dont consider Q2 small? 700+ grams? :( Great specs, seems i need to earn more :).
Great camera. However, what we know and what Leica knows is what most want is the Q2 will a lens similar in range and quality to the zoom on the D-Lux. Hopefully we'll get that in the Q3. Please Leica....(And please don't mention the potential for cropping. D'you really think I'm not aware of that ?)
Bought my q last September. Struggling not to upgrade... More pixels and video capabilities are not that essential to me, but the better dynamic range (still to be tested) and weather sealing are really nice.
@@MexinZh Dynamic range is only relevant at base ISO once you go up in ISO dynamic range decreases. From what I read the dynamic range will be the same or perhaps at the max .5 to 1 stop increase at base ISO. 25 Mp is more than enough, around 15Mp (35mm crop) is fine for me. I recently did some A3+ prints from photographs taken with the venerable M8 (10Mp) and they came up fine. I own the Q and I am trying to resist the temptation... I do not look at 100% magnification on my computer screen.
Sounds like he's reading off bits from the press release, introducing the camera but not providing any independent analysis except when substantiating a feature based on his personal experience. I guess this means it's a 'buy' recommendation!
We also do full in-depth reviews, but this was an overview of a brand new camera, not a review. And definitely didn't read anything. LOL. Due to extremely short notice (overnight), this video was completely unscripted. I have since shot with the camea and it is indeed a great performer. If you haven't seen our recent Red Dot Forum Camera Talk livesteream on the Q and Q2, I'd recommmend checking it out here: ua-cam.com/video/4u_K0qDutxw/v-deo.html
@@danyalOFF I agree, I used a Leica Q and own a X100F. Leica Q lens is better and it is full frame 24MP therefor bigger pixelpitch, so better low light performance. However, both have leaf shutter, Fuji has build in ND filter, EVF and OVF, great sensor, the Fuji 2.0 lens is made for the X100F camera and overall great. However ..... the Leica Q costs 4300 euro and the X100F around 1400 euro's and the Leica Q is definitely *NOT almost 3 x better* . Back to the new Q2, I will test the the Q2 too when it is available at my camera store. but that puppy is 5000 euro, and since the lens is the same the sensor and software should be DAMN good to compete.
Still no 422 10 bit video? My SL has had that since 2016.. I also see this is the same sensor as the S1R from Panasonic.. but kinda crippled 🤦🏽♂️ and $5000 😂
I currently don't have a camera, I sold my Nikon D700 and all my good glass around 5 years ago. Love street photography, but have nothing I really want to photograph right now. My question is, don't you think the price of 'photography' is just absurd ? This is no slur on Leica, they've always been expensive, but come on, $5000 so you can take a picture ?
Check out the previous video we did on the Nitecore USB chargers for Leica. The UL-SL model works with the BP-SCL4 battery of the Q2. You can plug the charger into a USB wall plug (phone charger), in the car, or into a battery bank. I've found this much more convenient than using the camera as a charger when wanting to shoot. With the USB charger, you can shoot with a battery in the camera and another in your camera bag charging off the battery bank. This strategy gets me through a very full day of photography with just one extra battery.
Hi, do you think can be good for astro photos such as milky way? I know the maximum exposure is 60 secs, how she does behave in long exposure high iso and low light condition?
Thanks for the feedback. So even with the background music at -36dB (very low volume), you guys think it's too much? I'd certainly consider eliminating background music in the future if its detracting from the video. Curious to hear other thoughts on this.
@@RedDotForum It detracts from the presentation ... its just a basic nagging electronic loop ... it draws your attention from your pitch. I had to stop watching at 04:35. And yes I'm a musician:) I know its trendy but in five years EVERYONE WILL BE OVER IT. :)
What does anyone gain from removing video? I love the video on my Q, and the 4K video is a big incentive for me to get the Q2. I think the Q video is a way underrated feature. It looks gorgeous and the perfect focus ring makes it easy to pull focus and get professional looking results.
With the Q2, you can use a "virtual" 35mm focal length and still come away with a 30MP image. As far as video, the button is gone, so if you don't want to use video, don't use video. It's inclusion won't impact still photography in the slightest.
Definitely something to test, but the SL produces some of the nicest 4K video from any (non cine) camera I've seen. This video wasn't shot in LOG, just out of camera standard. I did capture the video over HDMI to a PIX-E recorder in 10-bit ProRes 422, but results to SD card are very similar. Really, the video output echoes the look of Leica still images.
As much as I would like an M, their prices are too high for my budget. This even gives me pause. Wish it had optical viewfinder option, and USB-C port. And maybe a 35mm lens.
The upcoming Leica 28mm f/2 APO-Summicron-L will probably cost around $5,000. A Leica 28mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH for the M system currently goes for $6,595. So, yes, I'm sure.
Had the original Q and later sold it. It just looks too serious for street or travel photography in this day and age and the red dot attract too much attention.
Leica actually did this back in 2004, with a product called the Digital-Modul-R. It could be fitted to the R8 or R9 film SLR to convert it to a DSLR. Was a phenomenal camera - probably the one that finally converted me to digital. There was also a company in the late 1990s, early 2000s called Silicone Film that aimed to do this with any film camera using what looked like a film cassette with leader sticking out. They didn't last too long.
Regarding WEATHER SEALING on the Q2. I did NOT buy the first Leica Q because it was not weather sealed Leica claims that the weather sealing is IP52. -The #5 represents infiltration of dust, reading: "Ingress of dust is not entirely prevented, but it must not enter in sufficient quantity to interfere with the satisfactory operation of the equipment; complete protection against contact". -The #2 represents protection against infiltration of liquids; "Vertically dripping water shall have no harmful effect when the enclosure is tilted at an angle up to 15° from its normal position." Question >>> If my new Leica Q2 allows dust or water to enter through the lens or body joints will they repair or replace camera no questions asked while under warranty (2 yrs correct?) or will they claim '"MIS-USE / ABUSE" if dust or water entered the camera in conditions other than specified in the IP52 standard? - I carry my camera every day. I walk down dusty streets and roads and often there are winds and or gusts of winds kicking up dust. Also when out shooting in rain I protect my camera under my coat till I am shooting BUT there are often wind blown rain drops hitting the camera. Anybody want to offer some thoughts without me calling Leica for an answer? thanks
It looks like a Gucci handbag with a lens slapped on it. Although they are in a different price bracket and represent the different sides of the same marketing demographic the fujifilm x pro 2 is a much better looking, feeling and functional camera. Plus it has one of the best standard lenses currently being produced and it can change lenses to suit the situation.
This was an overview video, not a full review. For videos like this, we receive the camera the day before launch, which is simply not enough time to shoot real-world sample images. In other videos, like our review of the Q2 Monochrom or M10 Moncohrom, we've got plenty of images because we had a few more days to work with the camera prior to filming.
Sounds like the Emperor's new clothes to me. There are plenty of cameras out there that do a better job, are more flexible and cost a whole lot less. Pin hole cameras create heavy vignette ifvthats your style but are slightly cheaper, they just dont have a red dot on the front. In reality, owners are buying for snob value, not for photohraphic reasons. Good luck to them, but they should have the character to admit it. PS, i would realy love one too!
I sort of agree - whilst it could be argued that any Leica is a merely a vanity item for the well heeled - as is say a Hermes handbag - this is still a machine that delivers stunning results for the money. Finely tuned machinery made in limited numbers will always attract a premium price - but it does delivers on quality - and thats why I bought one.
@@nelsonclub7722 Excellent news thar you have a Q2 Neslon Club. I sure hope you enjoy your camera. For now, I'm going to carry on with my old camera, and convince myself i dont 'need' a Q2. Look after it !
Had a chance to borrow a Q2. The first thing I noticed as soon as I got in my hands is how light it is. Most Leica's are heavy, this one is not. The autofocus was great. The viewfinder was very good. Fixed lens at 28mm but with it being a 47mp sensor you can crop the image in post processing and still have a sharp image. It's an outstanding camera for being a 28mm full frame 47mp camera.
Sure you can spend less. But for those of us who aren’t M buyers or capable, the Q2 is a fairly interesting prospect. Additionally, it’s not just about the money. This camera offers so much more. Great improvements, German build quality. Excellent resale, which you can’t say about more mainstream products. Finally it’s a Leica, something you keep for years to come. Thank you for the reviews guys !
Might be my first Leica in a year or so. Definitely going to start saving up. ❤️
Love that camera. Time to up grade from my 1930 Kodak Brownie box camera.
LEICA listened to my request that I've been posting for the past year. Yes, 4k-video and the red dot. I now have the perfect point & shoot. Thank you Leica. P.S. What is Cine 4k???
UHD 4K = 3840x2160 / Cine4K = 4096x2160
@@RedDotForum Thank you very much for that information
This is the only Leica camera that seems to be more value oriented. Great specs. Great build. Great price.
Excellent and very Comprehensive tour of the Q2. (I was a little curious as what function u mite allocate to the top button ... ). A very full analysis; but no negative points (at all) ? Personally I think it’s the most desirable camera I’ve ever seen (in screen). I almost dread actually holding one ...
That Leica is a thing of beauty...
Please be realistic about the weather sealing. It has a IP rating of IP52. The first number stands for dust resistance and the second number for water resistance. the description for a two rating is "Vertically dripping water shall have no harmful effect when the enclosure is tilted at an angle up to 15° from its normal position." 2 is one of the lowest water resistance ratings. Also the 5 Dust rating does not correspond to full dust sealing. This is a $5,000 camera and with a weather sealing rating of IP52 treat it with the utmost care.
I guess the SL has a similar rating but I have used it in pouring rain many times with no problems whatsoever
Isn‘t it actually the other way around? 5 is for water protection (quite good, actually as 6 would be the highest value) and 2 is for dust protection. Dust protction goes upto 9, so 2 is really quite low.
@@martindoppelbauer7738 this is a very poor water rating, many levels below your average phone camera from 3 years ago, dust rating is also poor.
Wonder if it'll still fit the grip from the original Q or if I'll have to buy a new one of those as well. I always said the only camera that would replace my Q would be a Q2. Definitely interested in an upgrade. The Q has been the best travel camera I've used. I love pretty much everything about it.
Looking forward to the field test
"If a lens works great, why change it..." I'm not sure I can agree with this a 100%. Here is why: every lens in the market has its limitation in terms of resolving power. While this lens might be very sharp when paired with a 24MP sensor does not mean it will performance the same with a 47MP. For instance, Dpreview has just released a sample gallery of this Q2. After reviewing all the images, especially the portraiture ones and the dog images, I've come to the conclusion that it definitely has more resolution but not so much for sharpness.
Excellent. A very thorough first look. Can’t wait to see the Q2 in the flesh. Thanks.
see my channel sample images Leica q2
Decent Upgrades. Already ordered mine.
Thank you for your fantastic video! Very informative. I own a Leica now, and I am very happy with it, but, I can’t find out how to take a slow motion video with it. If you can let me know, I thank you in advance.
Law of attraction would be helpful now...This is one fine machine!
Hi. Very clear info. The Type of pics that I shoot are urban, some of countryside and portraits. All of them while travelling. Currently I own a Leica D Lux 5 anf I do want to upgrade. After seeing your both videos CL and Q2, keeping in mind that in one side You might change lenses, in the other you can not but It came with a terrific 28 f1,7 and also 47MP. So far I don’t know yet which one to choose. Any suggestion based in your experience.? Many thx.
When is a projected date for Q3? :)
Great walk through - thanks !
Leica makes beautiful compact camera cases for the X1, X2, D-Lux, C-Lux, and other Panasonic-made Leicas (the X1 and X2 were made by Leica). Look up the 19554 case for the D-Lux7 camera - it fits the camera perfectly with no room to spare, fully enclosed and protecting the lens, and it looks elegant - not like the old-fashioned camera cases.
The case I now use that fits my Q2 like a glove is the Billingham 72.
Great video! Woah super expensive! But as a current Q owner if it's as good/better I'll prob end up getting one !
Main difference should be on pixel count and video. Trying to convince myself it's not worth the upgrade!
I really like my Q2, the only thing I added is a grip because I have tiny hand and Q2 is much heavier and bigger than expected.
You might also like using a Thumbs Up on your Q2 - it works wonderfully when paired with the grip.
Beautiful camera and lens. Thank you for the great review. Said that unfortunately the 28mm does not work for me. 50mm or even 35mm would be lovely. I assume Leica does not want jeopardize their sales of M line and expensive 50 and 33mm lenses. I know you could use digital cropping but that is not the same thing imho. May be I am alone in this observation but the new battery brakes the seamless design as well. Loosing the ports completely makes sense. The moment Leica releases a 50mm or 35mm Q I will buy one.
I've had my Q2 for about 4 months and routinely crop images to 35 and 50mm. The 47 mp sensor is capable of doing an amazing job of producing fine images when cropping. I love it!
Great camera. It's a bummer, that they did not include a headphone and microphone jack though! Is leica bringing our a hotshoe microphone? Why else bother with 4k DCI?
Yeah, that's why I think the Q2 might be better served as a B-Roll camera....
Nice Video David, well done!
Very very nice, although I still love the original Q.
It is worth it the Leica q? I'm still thinking if i should have it or not... what are your thoughts?
@@lenincastillo947 If you want a Leica with an EVF and autofocus either the Q or Q2 are going to be a joy to use. I have the Q. Its fast and light.
Is It your main camera?
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@@lenincastillo947 For me, the Q has almost replaced all my other cameras. It's fast, light and an absolute joy to use. And of course if the price has been off-putting for you, I'm sure a lot of great used Qs are going to be on sale soon with the Q2's arrival. It's still not going to be cheap, but it will still be a fabulous camera.
thank you! I will consider as a option. Although i would like to test one first to see how it works( pro and cons) I get use to shoot with Canon. Do you use the Leica Q as your main camera?@@DavidHDennis
great review. Now I know to wait for the 47MP SL2 :)
Duc Le sane here bro lol
Interested, just wonder if they will have an upgrade program. I’m pretty happy with my Q but can use more pixels for the 50 mm crop and better ISO performance.
Excellent review, cheers!.
B/H said they should have them shortly.... This is the first Red Dot I've ever considered... looking for a sort of Back up to my D850. My Rx 100... is going up for sale soon..
Thanks for the upload.. Love this body.... better start getting the accessories
Glad I waited... spectacular.
What if a Q2 will the 28-35-50mm f4 lens ? Leica Q Vario ?
Nice Seamaster
David, I am a member of LHSA and have purchased a new Q2. What are your thoughts about the difficulty to put on the lens hood to the proper position once it has been removed and you want to replace? It is very tough to do to the point it feels like you are going to screw the permanent lens of the camera?
Exceptional information & review. I only wish that background music wasn't looped and at lower levels. Just not needed. His presentation is clear and intriguing without it.
Thanks for the feedback. You will notice that in more recent videos, we have dropped the background music.
Oo shit. Here comes the Leica Q2 youtube review mania starting with this now. Gonna see them all and then decide it’s $5000 I don’t have :)))
is the leica q2 comes with international warrenty?
Nice & Thanks :) Great video as always :)
Excellent thank you 👍
Thank you David,
How does the new EVF compare to the "eye res technology " in the Leica SL, now that the Q2 has the OLED technology?
Still think the SL viewfinder is a bit better, but the Q2 EVF is really, really nice!
good vid but more irritating background youtuber music loops !!
Tried to join the forum.... takes a while to get approval?
Did red dot post images taken with the Q2? Otherwise this is like a guitar review with no playing.
This is just an overview and rundown of differences between the original Q and the new Q2. We will be working on a full, comprehensive review with plenty of real-world images.
Looks awesome though 47mpix with no IS this may negate the advantage of the higher MPix
Steven, the Q2 does feature OIS in the lens.
RedDotForum David you are correct just saw it on the Leica USA website is it always activated or can you turn it on and off
It can be toggled on or off in the menu. I believe it is turned on by default.
I was wondering how the battery compartment can seal the water. It does not make sense to me.
The BP-SCL4 battery has an O-ring gasket where it makes contact with the camera. Works exactly like the Leica SL, which is built like a tank and very weather resistant.
I'll have me grubby mitts on my very own in less than 2 weeks..
* I love it!!! take that Sony!
Thank you for the review, but having around x100 series, ricoh etc....Why i dont consider Q2 small? 700+ grams? :(
Great specs, seems i need to earn more :).
I want
Great camera. However, what we know and what Leica knows is what most want is the Q2 will a lens similar in range and quality to the zoom on the D-Lux. Hopefully we'll get that in the Q3. Please Leica....(And please don't mention the potential for cropping. D'you really think I'm not aware of that ?)
If Leica put that diopter on an M I'd buy one immediately. Makes no sense to leave it off a manual focus camera.
Just brought the Leica Q-P, should I sell that and upgrade to Q2?
Bought my q last September. Struggling not to upgrade... More pixels and video capabilities are not that essential to me, but the better dynamic range (still to be tested) and weather sealing are really nice.
@@MexinZh Dynamic range is only relevant at base ISO once you go up in ISO dynamic range decreases. From what I read the dynamic range will be the same or perhaps at the max .5 to 1 stop increase at base ISO. 25 Mp is more than enough, around 15Mp (35mm crop) is fine for me. I recently did some A3+ prints from photographs taken with the venerable M8 (10Mp) and they came up fine. I own the Q and I am trying to resist the temptation... I do not look at 100% magnification on my computer screen.
@@ebreckpo6563 well said and thanks for the info! Decided not to upgrade. Maybe next iteration. :)
Sounds like he's reading off bits from the press release, introducing the camera but not providing any independent analysis except when substantiating a feature based on his personal experience. I guess this means it's a 'buy' recommendation!
We also do full in-depth reviews, but this was an overview of a brand new camera, not a review. And definitely didn't read anything. LOL. Due to extremely short notice (overnight), this video was completely unscripted. I have since shot with the camea and it is indeed a great performer. If you haven't seen our recent Red Dot Forum Camera Talk livesteream on the Q and Q2, I'd recommmend checking it out here: ua-cam.com/video/4u_K0qDutxw/v-deo.html
Everybody loves the Q - sure, if u spent 4K dollars, you must love it:) but in 4-5K I can buy medium format(Fuji) + 1-2 great lenses.
I am with you on this logic. Perhaps GFX is a "smarter" buy?
To that, Q2's 47MP does help better justify its steep asking price.
Personally I think even Fuji X100F is smarter buy than compact camera for $5K
@@danyalOFF I agree, I used a Leica Q and own a X100F. Leica Q lens is better and it is full frame 24MP therefor bigger pixelpitch, so better low light performance.
However, both have leaf shutter, Fuji has build in ND filter, EVF and OVF, great sensor, the Fuji 2.0 lens is made for the X100F camera and overall great.
However ..... the Leica Q costs 4300 euro and the X100F around 1400 euro's and the Leica Q is definitely *NOT almost 3 x better* .
Back to the new Q2, I will test the the Q2 too when it is available at my camera store. but that puppy is 5000 euro, and since the lens is the same the sensor and software should be DAMN good to compete.
love Leica
Its nice, but I'd like to see lens improvement
Sould I trade my Q in for this Q2 or just keep both? I have a D-LUX also? ... hmmm
see my channel sample images Leica q2 tsk
Still no 422 10 bit video? My SL has had that since 2016.. I also see this is the same sensor as the S1R from Panasonic.. but kinda crippled 🤦🏽♂️ and $5000 😂
You had to admit it...Leica is a rebrand camera of Panasonic camera mounted with its lens...
I currently don't have a camera, I sold my Nikon D700 and all my good glass around 5 years ago. Love street photography, but have nothing I really want to photograph right now. My question is, don't you think the price of 'photography' is just absurd ? This is no slur on Leica, they've always been expensive, but come on, $5000 so you can take a picture ?
Leica is the Apple of the photography world. Paying more for less has always been the practice.
No, it's $5,000 so you can own a Leica. Whether or not that means anything depends on the individual.
I want one with 35mm :)
Q2-P or 3 in the works for 2022?
Sad not to be able to charge the camera via USB C like other new cameras, especially when travelling
Check out the previous video we did on the Nitecore USB chargers for Leica. The UL-SL model works with the BP-SCL4 battery of the Q2. You can plug the charger into a USB wall plug (phone charger), in the car, or into a battery bank. I've found this much more convenient than using the camera as a charger when wanting to shoot. With the USB charger, you can shoot with a battery in the camera and another in your camera bag charging off the battery bank. This strategy gets me through a very full day of photography with just one extra battery.
Eye auto focus?
Hi, do you think can be good for astro photos such as milky way?
I know the maximum exposure is 60 secs, how she does behave in long exposure high iso and low light condition?
Good review, but please... kill the 'music' - so disturbing!
Thanks for the feedback. So even with the background music at -36dB (very low volume), you guys think it's too much?
I'd certainly consider eliminating background music in the future if its detracting from the video. Curious to hear other thoughts on this.
@@RedDotForum It detracts from the presentation ... its just a basic nagging electronic loop ... it draws your attention from your pitch. I had to stop watching at 04:35. And yes I'm a musician:) I know its trendy but in five years EVERYONE WILL BE OVER IT. :)
@@RedDotForum , it is the repetition... For some people it is just noise; for others, it is like a dental procedure.
I didn’t even hear the music until I read this comment.
@@RedDotForum what artis is it? i like that sound
Wish they would put a 35mm lens on it and removed the video features.
The whole point of the Q was to be exactly *not* that! Just buy an M ;)
What does anyone gain from removing video? I love the video on my Q, and the 4K video is a big incentive for me to get the Q2. I think the Q video is a way underrated feature. It looks gorgeous and the perfect focus ring makes it easy to pull focus and get professional looking results.
With the Q2, you can use a "virtual" 35mm focal length and still come away with a 30MP image. As far as video, the button is gone, so if you don't want to use video, don't use video. It's inclusion won't impact still photography in the slightest.
Can I to travel portraits as well?national geo-graphic style as well as street photography?thanks
Name of the track? Thanks
What did you shoot this video with? Looks nice...
The video was shot on the Leica SL with 24-90mm SL lens.
@@RedDotForum -- Awesome. Good to know that it was Leica, too. Cheers!
Thanks Leica to give me an idea to get the Full Frame Sony A7R2 with interchangeable len just half the price of this camera.
Probably won't upgrade since I don't need to print out my photos or use the q for video.
what camera was used for this review?
BILLYCHIU.com The video was shot with Leica SL and 24-90mm SL.
RedDotForum in your view, can New Leica Q2 produce same video 4K results as Leica SL?
Definitely something to test, but the SL produces some of the nicest 4K video from any (non cine) camera I've seen. This video wasn't shot in LOG, just out of camera standard. I did capture the video over HDMI to a PIX-E recorder in 10-bit ProRes 422, but results to SD card are very similar. Really, the video output echoes the look of Leica still images.
@@RedDotForum Agreed. i have been using Leica since the M6, the look of your film is very much M glass
yeay i have one leica q2
does it have auto focus lock like in gh5 or
As much as I would like an M, their prices are too high for my budget. This even gives me pause. Wish it had optical viewfinder option, and USB-C port. And maybe a 35mm lens.
S1R + PL28 will sure cost more than $5k.
But I'll stick with my A7iii + FE28
the lens alone would cost over 5000 $? Are you sure?
The upcoming Leica 28mm f/2 APO-Summicron-L will probably cost around $5,000. A Leica 28mm f/1.4 Summilux-M ASPH for the M system currently goes for $6,595. So, yes, I'm sure.
Ya but this is an old lens not a that new 5000 lens.. it’s literally the same fuckin lens
Had the original Q and later sold it. It just looks too serious for street or travel photography in this day and age and the red dot attract too much attention.
You can put black tape over the red dot. Or wait until Leica releases the Q2-P, a version without the red dot, which will cost an additional $1k 😁
Somebody needs to come up with a business to mod Leica film cameras to digital. No back display is fine.
Leica actually did this back in 2004, with a product called the Digital-Modul-R. It could be fitted to the R8 or R9 film SLR to convert it to a DSLR. Was a phenomenal camera - probably the one that finally converted me to digital. There was also a company in the late 1990s, early 2000s called Silicone Film that aimed to do this with any film camera using what looked like a film cassette with leader sticking out. They didn't last too long.
@@RedDotForum Oh yes I remember those. With today's technology I'm sure some Chinese companies will do that modifications.
Regarding WEATHER SEALING on the Q2.
I did NOT buy the first Leica Q because it was not weather sealed
Leica claims that the weather sealing is IP52.
-The #5 represents infiltration of dust, reading: "Ingress of dust is not entirely prevented, but it must not enter in sufficient quantity to interfere with the satisfactory operation of the equipment; complete protection against contact".
-The #2 represents protection against infiltration of liquids; "Vertically dripping water shall have no harmful effect when the enclosure is tilted at an angle up to 15° from its normal position."
Question >>> If my new Leica Q2 allows dust or water to enter through the lens or body joints will they repair or replace camera no questions asked while under warranty (2 yrs correct?) or will they claim '"MIS-USE / ABUSE" if dust or water entered the camera in conditions other than specified in the IP52 standard?
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I carry my camera every day. I walk down dusty streets and roads and often there are winds and or gusts of winds kicking up dust. Also when out shooting in rain I protect my camera under my coat till I am shooting BUT there are often wind blown rain drops hitting the camera.
Anybody want to offer some thoughts without me calling Leica for an answer?
thanks
fritzv46 It’s the same weathersealing as the SL and I never heard of a problem with it so should be ok I think... 😉
You didn’t mention that in video mode you have ZERO control. Locked at f1.7 auto iso and shutter speed. Useless for real video use which is a shame
No more electrical tape on the diopter! Yay!
Why would you need tape over the red dot? Deter thieves?
DON'T need the pixeles !!!
Attractive camera. I’ll stick to my Z7 though.
But it still can't take a photo at ISO 6400 and 25 seconds why £5000 camera and i can't shoot the milky way. Sold mine for the Sony A1
You need to look up the definition of "fully weather sealed" before using it in a review.
Flash supported???????
Yes, the Q2 works with Leica SF40 and SF60 flash units and with the SF C1 wireless remote.
It looks like a Gucci handbag with a lens slapped on it. Although they are in a different price bracket and represent the different sides of the same marketing demographic the fujifilm x pro 2 is a much better looking, feeling and functional camera. Plus it has one of the best standard lenses currently being produced and it can change lenses to suit the situation.
dand now we’re up to $5798
only on card slot so bad ;)
And the price is?!?!?!?!?!?!?!
Grin Cadorna He said the price at least twice - $4,999
Is Leica Q2 mirrorless?
Yes. The Q2 is a live view mirrorless camera.
So no optical zoom or yes?? Not sure... anyone know?
No, this is a fixed 28mm focal length camera. You can crop in if you want.
don't lies about ISO is better. just show pictures
Another Leica camera for dentists!
I’m a mechanic and I have a Q-P. I should have studied harder lol.
leica q and sony rx1 is a bad attempt to recreate 35mm film compacts
#buyfilmnotmegapixels
It is not about the gear show pictures next time
This was an overview video, not a full review. For videos like this, we receive the camera the day before launch, which is simply not enough time to shoot real-world sample images. In other videos, like our review of the Q2 Monochrom or M10 Moncohrom, we've got plenty of images because we had a few more days to work with the camera prior to filming.
Too bad Q2 have not usb c
Leica Q-P has off-single-continuous
The video title should be a talking head talks about a Leica Q2. More camera!
Sounds like the Emperor's new clothes to me. There are plenty of cameras out there that do a better job, are more flexible and cost a whole lot less. Pin hole cameras create heavy vignette ifvthats your style but are slightly cheaper, they just dont have a red dot on the front. In reality, owners are buying for snob value, not for photohraphic reasons. Good luck to them, but they should have the character to admit it. PS, i would realy love one too!
I sort of agree - whilst it could be argued that any Leica is a merely a vanity item for the well heeled - as is say a Hermes handbag - this is still a machine that delivers stunning results for the money. Finely tuned machinery made in limited numbers will always attract a premium price - but it does delivers on quality - and thats why I bought one.
@@nelsonclub7722 Excellent news thar you have a Q2 Neslon Club. I sure hope you enjoy your camera. For now, I'm going to carry on with my old camera, and convince myself i dont 'need' a Q2. Look after it !