WhoaThere Posted January 7, 2018 Share #1 Posted January 7, 2018 Advertisement (gone after registration) I'm a week away from pulling the trigger on a Leica Q but stuck between silver vs. black. For those who have the black but found out the silver is out now, any desire to have the silver instead? I do general family and landscape photography, no street. Price difference is not a concern. I like the classic look of the silver but the black is calling out to me. Thanks! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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jaapv Posted January 7, 2018 Share #2 Posted January 7, 2018 Completely and totally a matter of taste... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
luigi bertolotti Posted January 7, 2018 Share #3 Posted January 7, 2018 If you are uncertain... take the black... Silvers are mainly for single-minded / hard-nosed people like me , for whom "Silver Mandatory" is the rule (for instance I admit that the new CL is intriguing for me... but, at the moment, there is a missing detail to make me consdier to have one... ) Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belle123 Posted January 7, 2018 Share #4 Posted January 7, 2018 For me, Black it has to be. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wda Posted January 7, 2018 Share #5 Posted January 7, 2018 If you are likely to be persuaded by other people, just toss a coin. Or go for the one you always favoured. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmy8269 Posted January 7, 2018 Share #6 Posted January 7, 2018 Silver looks really nice. However, I purchased Black and no regret Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter L Posted January 7, 2018 Share #7 Posted January 7, 2018 Advertisement (gone after registration) Black is probably better for black and white photography 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacedout Posted January 7, 2018 Share #8 Posted January 7, 2018 What about finish durability? I bought a silver last month because it looks richer to me, but also because it’s described as an anodized finish. I’ve seen black Leica’s that have had the “paint” worn away on the edges, exposing the base metal. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighlandK Posted January 7, 2018 Share #9 Posted January 7, 2018 What about finish durability? I bought a silver last month because it looks richer to me, but also because it’s described as an anodized finish. I’ve seen black Leica’s that have had the “paint” worn away on the edges, exposing the base metal. That’s called patina or real characterf 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leica Guy Posted January 7, 2018 Share #10 Posted January 7, 2018 That’s called patina or real characterf The only place that’s happened on my Q is with the Thumbs Up. I love it. A well cared for soldier that I use a lot. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuny Posted January 8, 2018 Share #11 Posted January 8, 2018 Personal taste and availability at the time you want it would seem to be all that maters. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
earleygallery Posted January 8, 2018 Share #12 Posted January 8, 2018 I do general family and landscape photography, no street. In that case I would choose silver. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flu Posted January 8, 2018 Share #13 Posted January 8, 2018 Both are beautiful! I've had the black since release and had no intentions of trading colors. Awhile back, I saw the titanium one and for me, the black was still more handsome. So, when the new silver came out, I thought I'd have the same feelings about it and still stick with the black. However, seeing the silver in person changed my mind. It's gorgeous and makes a statement! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhoaThere Posted January 8, 2018 Author Share #14 Posted January 8, 2018 Thanks for everyone's input! Going with the silver! Saw it at the store again and the more I looked at it, the better it looked. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. G Posted January 8, 2018 Share #15 Posted January 8, 2018 (edited) I like mine with the Arte di Mano half case in Rally Volpe. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited January 8, 2018 by Dr. G 2 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/280619-leica-q-silver-vs-black-thoughts/?do=findComment&comment=3436030'>More sharing options...
ralph Posted January 8, 2018 Share #16 Posted January 8, 2018 You can also put the black in a half case :-) Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/280619-leica-q-silver-vs-black-thoughts/?do=findComment&comment=3436053'>More sharing options...
MyLeicaWorld Posted January 9, 2018 Share #17 Posted January 9, 2018 What about finish durability? I bought a silver last month because it looks richer to me, but also because it’s described as an anodized finish. I’ve seen black Leica’s that have had the “paint” worn away on the edges, exposing the base metal. Black is also anodized.. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhoaThere Posted January 9, 2018 Author Share #18 Posted January 9, 2018 You can also put the black in a half case :-) That is so sexy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belle123 Posted January 9, 2018 Share #19 Posted January 9, 2018 To my eyes, if you go down the half case route, get black. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deliberate1 Posted January 9, 2018 Share #20 Posted January 9, 2018 I like mine with the Arte di Mano half case in Rally Volpe.IMG_1788.JPG Nice strap. What is it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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