Leica Q2 Monochrom

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Leica Camera today introduces the Leica Q2 Monochrom - a digital full-frame camera with a fixed Summilux 28 mm F/1.7 ASPH lens. It is based on the Leica Q2, but has no Bayer filter in front of the sensor, so that the images have a significantly better resolution, dynamic range and image quality at high ISO values.

» Jono Slack Leica Q2 Monochrom Review

The Leica Q2 Monochrome is now available in stores at $5,995 / £4,995.

The Leica Q2 Monochrome at a glance

• 47 MP CMOS full-format black & white sensor
• Fixed Summilux 28mm 1:1.7 ASPH. lens
• Optical setup of 11 lines in 9 groups, 3 aspheres
• Digital zoom for 35, 50 and 75 mm
• Electronic viewfinder with 3,68 MP
• ISO Sensitivity 50 - 100.000
• Contrast range 13 EV
• Shutter speed (mechanical) 60 - 1/2.000 sec
• Electronic shutter 1 - 1/40.000 sec
• 4k 30 fps video , FullHD up to 120 fps
• Dust and splash water protection
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 130 x 80 x 92 mm
• Weight 734g (with battery)

» Full Leica Q2 Monochrom Specs

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Leica Q2 Monochrom: The only full frame compact camera with dedicated monochrome sensor.

Wetzlar, 10th November 2020. Leica Camera AG presents the Leica Q2 Monochrom – the next-generation model of the Leica Q line of cameras. With a newly developed full-frame monochrome sensor, a fast Leica Summilux 28 mm f/1.7 ASPH. prime lens, fast and precise autofocus and OLED viewfinder technology, the new model not only continues the performance features of the Q2, but also defines new quality standards in black and white photography. The monochrome design of the camera with a new leather covering, matt black paint, gray and white engravings and MONOCHROM lettering on the top is elegant and unobtrusive. The red Leica logo was intentionally omitted on this camera. Like the Leica Q2 the Q2 Monochrom comes with a protective sealing against dust and water spray compiling to the IP52 Standard.

The Leica Q2 Monochrom features a exclusively developed 47.3 megapixel full frame monochrome sensor that captures both highly-detailed still pictures and 4K video at ISO sensitivities up to 100,000 and, together with its Leica Summilux 28 mm f/1.7 ASPH. lens, ensures exceptional imaging performance. The fast initial aperture of f/1.7 guarantees optimum picture quality in even the most difficult lighting situations. This all makes the Leica Q2 Monochrom the perfect companion for fans of black and white photography and those who want to become one. The practical locking element for the choice of manual or automatic focusing and simple switching to macro mode with a close focus distance of 17 cm is located on the lens and highlights the greatest possible creative freedom in composing exceptional black-and-white images.

Thanks to the extension of the integrated digital zoom function up to 75 mm, users now enjoy even more flexibility for composing their pictures. In addition to the uncropped 28 mm focal length of the camera lens, a crop factor can be chosen to simulate exposures made with focal lengths of 35, 50 or 75 millimetres. The selected crop is displayed as a bright-line frame in the viewfinder and on the rear display panel. The cropped image from the framing selected is saved in JPEG format with correspondingly reduced resolutions of 47.3, 30, 14.7, or 6.6 megapixels. The uncropped image is always saved simultaneously as a DNG file with the full resolution of 47.3 megapixels.

The Leica Q2 Monochrom also features an OLED viewfinder with a resolution of 3.68 megapixels. The high resolution provides complete control over the motif at all times and also leads to considerably improved image depth and higher contrast. In contrast to LCD technology, in which only whole sectors of the viewing image can be darkened, the brightness of each individual pixel in the viewfinder of the Q2 is adapted. Despite the high resolution, power consumption remains low. The viewfinder is activated as soon as the camera is brought up to the eye and shows the motif reliably and without any perceptible delay at all times.

The autofocus system of the Leica Q2 Monochrom focuses precisely on the subject in less than 0.15 seconds, and makes it one of the fastest cameras in its class. Ongoing improvements to the processor from the Maestro family have enabled a higher sequential shooting rate with an impressive 10 frames per second at the full resolution of 47.3 MP that ensures that the truly wonderful moments in life will never be missed. The range of creative options has been further expanded by the new video mode with 4K resolution. Brilliant, black- and-white video recordings can be made with 3840 x 2160 pixels and frame rates of 30 or 24 fps or, alternatively, in the familiar full HD format with 120, 60, 30 or 24 frames per second. In combination with the Leica FOTOS App, the camera’s integrated Wi-Fi module makes it possible to quickly and easily share pictures via social media, change numerous camera settings from a smartphone or even or even remotely control the shutter release of the Leica Q2 Monochrom. Thanks to Bluetooth LE (Low Energy), a permanent connection is established between camera and smartphone.

In its design, the Leica Q2 Monochrom sticks more consequently than almost any other camera to Leica's typical tradition of reduction to the essentials. The ‘Made in Germany’ seal of quality guarantees that only the finest and most resilient materials are employed in its construction. The monochrome design of the new Leica Q2 Monochrom and its classically structured leatherette ensure an optimal interplay of form and functionality. Also new is the camera’s uniquely intuitive handling concept. This is complemented by a unique, intuitive operating concept. The menu structure has been streamlined and adapted to the special features of a monochrome camera. Naturally, all color settings for image and video recording have been omitted and the menu has only been supplemented with settings for tinting black- and-white images (blue, sepia, selenium).

A comprehensive range of optional accessories is also available for the Leica Q2 Monochrom. These include, for example, Protectors and carrying straps in premium-quality leather in different colours, as well as bags and wrist straps in various designs. The range also includes technical equipment for the Leica Q2 Monochrom such as the Leica SF 40, SF 60 flash units, the SF C1 remote flash control unit, an additional thumb rest and a handgrip with matching leatherette. Perfectly matched to the camera, three new, specially calculated E49 color filters in yellow, green and orange are available.

The Leica Q2 Monochrom is on sale from today at authorised Leica dealers.

[Giguchan]

It's here!!!  

 Hope it's available!

 

Edited November 10, 2020 by Giguchan

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[sutlore]

Huge surprise!! Never thought they will do this!

47MP is too much, my LR6 is overloaded 😰

Edited November 10, 2020 by sutlore

[Leica Guy]

I wish!!! 

[Stephen.s1]

and only $1000 more!

[MattyH]

Corr... $6k... Think this just made my decision to go with a used Q-P and NIK silver.

Looking forward to seeing forum members pics with this though

[NigelG]

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In stock online Leica UK (at the moment!) for £4995

[Clicknick]

I would be interested to see Leica produce a Q2 with a "fixed" Tri-Elmar fixed lens, to give real optical zoom, not digital, which will not give the same perspectives.  28-50-75 would be fabulous.

[M11 for me]

vor 5 Minuten schrieb Clicknick:

I would be interested to see Leica produce a Q2 with a "fixed" Tri-Elmar fixed lens, to give real optical zoom, not digital, which will not give the same perspectives.  28-50-75 would be fabulous.

Hm, that would be great. 

[James1975]

I think I’m going to pull the plug and get this. Will give away my current Q2 and use my SL2 for when shooting colour. I’ve never had a monochrom before and this seems like the one to get - my existing Q2 is fenomenal. Wincing slightly at the price...

[robgo2]

15 minutes ago, Clicknick said:

I would be interested to see Leica produce a Q2 with a "fixed" Tri-Elmar fixed lens, to give real optical zoom, not digital, which will not give the same perspectives.  28-50-75 would be fabulous.

Perspective is a function of the distance between camera and subject, not the focal length of the lens. Hence, changing focal length with a zoom lens does not change perspective 

[Paul Reading]

Presumable we have to use real filters again.

[LocalHero1953]

Very attractive: I am just about out of the M system, and would not consider going back in for a M10M (plus lenses), but as a fixed lens, compact, high performance camera it looks highly desirable.

But desire doesn't mean you have to satisfy it......well, not always.......but in this case I shall keep everything zipped up (that's my wallet of course).

Edited November 10, 2020 by LocalHero1953

[PeterD]

Sounds like a great idea, not so about the price. 47MP might be a bit too much though, just thinking storage. Must say I really like the idea of simulating various focal lengths, but am disapppointed at the amount of reduction in resolution at the higher end. I would have thought that Leica could have come up with some interpolation scheme to effectively improve the reolution.

Should be a nice camera for travelling, but will it be cost competitive with other high-end manufacturer's system offerings with  a zoom and thus higher resolution . Obviously lighter though.

[SrMi]

13 minutes ago, PeterD said:

Sounds like a great idea, not so about the price. 47MP might be a bit too much though, just thinking storage. Must say I really like the idea of simulating various focal lengths, but am disapppointed at the amount of reduction in resolution at the higher end. I would have thought that Leica could have come up with some interpolation scheme to effectively improve the reolution.

Should be a nice camera for travelling, but will it be cost competitive with other high-end manufacturer's system offerings with  a zoom and thus higher resolution . Obviously lighter though.

I believe that upsizing is best done in the post. It takes time to upsize and it is hard to compete with something like Topaz Gigapixel AI.

[Herr Barnack]

This is a blockbuster move by Leica.

It is hard not to want one, even though I have a color Q2 and an M10 Mono.  Objective thought will intervene though, and I will stick to my M10M for black and white.

For someone who shoots only in black and white, the Q2M would make an excellent back up camera for the M10M.

 Did I mention that the Q2 Mono is beautiful, stunning and gorgeous?

Edited November 10, 2020 by Herr Barnack

[Leica28]

B&H Photo has it available for pre-order.   What a nice addition to my lovely Q2....

[darylgo]

A niche within a niche.  Not for me, but happy that Leica innovates.  

[nameBrandon]

I'm still struggling with their pricing on this. I was all in at the standard Q2 pricing. $6k is now close enough to M10M pricing that I may just forgo the Q2M entirely. 

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[Leica28]

Hmmmm....the M10 Monochrom is $8295 - body only.  You still have to feed it....aka lenses...a 28mm 1.4 is about $7,000.