wilfredo Posted October 10, 2022 Share #181 Posted October 10, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) On 10/3/2022 at 6:01 PM, Franka373 said: I would love a Digilux 2 in a Q body and sensor. Those would fly off the shelf. Having perviously owned a Digilux 2, and currently owning a Q2M, YES, I think this would be a dream camera. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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wilfredo Posted October 10, 2022 Share #182 Posted October 10, 2022 (edited) We men love to talk gear! Nothing wrong with that but sometimes I'm amused by what I read. We all have ideas about the Q3, and I guess we enjoy speculating about it as we eagerly await its unveiling. I sold my last M camera after purchasing the Q2M. I used six different M cameras from film to digital over the years. I've sold most of my M lenses, and holding onto my 50mm ASPH LUX to sell towards investing on the Q3 - if it has the features I am looking for. I won't bother to mention what these features are since there has been enough discussion. Yes, I'm excited about the Leica Q3, and looking forward to seeing what Leica brings to the table. This is a Q2M shot, I love this camera! Cheers! 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 October 10, 2022 by wilfredo 3 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/328438-leica-q3-predictions-ruminations/?do=findComment&comment=4529560'>More sharing options...
Herr Barnack Posted October 10, 2022 Share #183 Posted October 10, 2022 Why do some people always feel the need to give a photographer the finger? 🙄 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robb Posted October 10, 2022 Share #184 Posted October 10, 2022 I’m still hoping they will give us a 35mm focal length and design it to maximize resolution from the new sensor… Robb 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olaf_ZG Posted October 10, 2022 Share #185 Posted October 10, 2022 57 minutes ago, robb said: I’m still hoping they will give us a 35mm focal length and design it to maximize resolution from the new sensor… Robb I gave up on this, hence I bought the SL35 for my SL. It will be my Q combo. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hdmesa Posted October 11, 2022 Share #186 Posted October 11, 2022 On 10/10/2022 at 11:45 AM, robb said: I’m still hoping they will give us a 35mm focal length and design it to maximize resolution from the new sensor… Robb I would prefer 35mm as well, as long as the aperture doesn't get reduced to f/2. 28mm will still works for me, though. The Q2 35mm crops are very good, and they will just get better if they use the 60mp BSI sensor from the M11. The 35mm crop is only a small reduction to APS-H sensor size. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robb Posted October 11, 2022 Share #187 Posted October 11, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) 4 minutes ago, hdmesa said: I would prefer 35mm as well, as long as the aperture doesn't get reduced to f/2. 28mm will still works for me, though. The Q2 35mm crops are very good, and they will just get better if they use the 60mp BSI sensor from the M11. The 35mm crop is only a small reduction to APS-H sensor size. If it has the sharpness of the apo SL or m summicrons I’m fine with f2… Robb Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LocalHero1953 Posted October 11, 2022 Share #188 Posted October 11, 2022 Given a choice between a longer FL and higher resolution, I would probably take the latter, because it's more versatile. 28mm on a 100mp sensor, with the ability to save a 90mm equiv. FOV at 12-18mp would be OK. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hdmesa Posted October 11, 2022 Share #189 Posted October 11, 2022 8 minutes ago, robb said: If it has the sharpness of the apo SL or m summicrons I’m fine with f2… Robb f/1.7 and the look that gives at the non-macro MFD is a huge selling point for me with the Q/Q2. But if they could make the Q3 have a fixed lens version of the new M 35 f/2 APO (without ANY software distortion correction needed), then that could work – especially if they discarded the macro-twist ring and made macro seamless like it is on the X100V. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LocalHero1953 Posted October 11, 2022 Share #190 Posted October 11, 2022 (edited) 6 minutes ago, hdmesa said: f/1.7 and the look that gives at the non-macro MFD is a huge selling point for me with the Q/Q2. But if they could make the Q3 have a fixed lens version of the new M 35 f/2 APO (without ANY software distortion correction needed), then that could work – especially if they discarded the macro-twist ring and made macro seamless like it is on the X100V. I don’t mind what software distortion correction is included, as long as the images look ok. 🙂 But I would like them to stick to f/1.7 or even f/1.4. Edited October 11, 2022 by LocalHero1953 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
panoreserve Posted October 17, 2022 Share #191 Posted October 17, 2022 Am 10.10.2022 um 20:43 schrieb Olaf_ZG: I gave up on this, hence I bought the SL35 for my SL. It will be my Q combo. ... so did I with the SL Apo 28. SL2 & 28 Apo is my "Q combo"😉... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxfairclough Posted October 18, 2022 Share #192 Posted October 18, 2022 (edited) Edit: removing comment Edited October 18, 2022 by maxfairclough Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robb Posted October 19, 2022 Share #193 Posted October 19, 2022 Comments from Leica today - would not rule out a Q3 with 50mm lens… maybe they will make a 28 and a 50! Take my money… Robb 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
garygraphy Posted October 19, 2022 Share #194 Posted October 19, 2022 I'll take a 40mm elmarit for the next Q. I'm more concerned about a larger lens body than a wider max aperture. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucena Posted October 19, 2022 Share #195 Posted October 19, 2022 (edited) On 10/11/2022 at 11:45 PM, LocalHero1953 said: I don’t mind what software distortion correction is included, as long as the images look ok. 🙂 But I would like them to stick to f/1.7 or even f/1.4. On 10/11/2022 at 11:45 PM, LocalHero1953 said: I don’t mind what software distortion correction is included, as long as the images look ok. 🙂 But I would like them to stick to f/1.7 or even f/1.4. f/1.4 would be the best thing for me, I would get the Q3 without hesitating (I have the Q and the Q2) would eventually love 24mm either… and no video feature, never used it and never will Edited October 19, 2022 by Lucena Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LCM94 Posted October 19, 2022 Share #196 Posted October 19, 2022 (edited) Check this link Quote Leica Q3 is coming: “Asked when the Q3 would be launched, Stefan obviously couldn’t make a prediction. However, when a delegate raised the prospect of a Q with a longer lens — 50 mm has been discussed on forums — Stefan smiled enigmatically and said that this was a question that had often been asked. But he could not say categorically no. I found this rather surprising.” Edited October 19, 2022 by LCM94 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LocalHero1953 Posted October 19, 2022 Share #197 Posted October 19, 2022 1 hour ago, Lucena said: f/1.4 would be the best thing for me, I would get the Q3 without hesitating (I have the Q and the Q2) would eventually love 24mm either… and no video feature, never used it and never will Preferences will depend on whether you are a M2 person (wide angle) or M3 (short telephoto). The M3 was my first Leica, but i sold it for a M2. For years my favourite carry-around was the M240 with 28mm and 75mm lenses. So I am content with the Q2 range and would not want to lose 28mm. A range starting at 50mm would be too long for me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucena Posted October 19, 2022 Share #198 Posted October 19, 2022 2 hours ago, LocalHero1953 said: Preferences will depend on whether you are a M2 person (wide angle) or M3 (short telephoto). The M3 was my first Leica, but i sold it for a M2. For years my favourite carry-around was the M240 with 28mm and 75mm lenses. So I am content with the Q2 range and would not want to lose 28mm. A range starting at 50mm would be too long for me. 24-70mm is my usual range, so 28-75 is ok. Would love f/1.4 though… For birdwatch I use a Nikon D800 with 300mm prime Nikkor telephoto lens. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulJohn Posted October 20, 2022 Share #199 Posted October 20, 2022 (edited) So we need a Q3 with either a 24, 28, 35, 40 or 50mm lens, each of which will appeal to a different segment of camera enthusiasts. I do wonder why manufacturers don't use forums like this to poll options such as focal length and flip out screen mechanisms. Sample size might be small but if there is a clear majority it could still be conclusive. A camera manufacturer would gain huge credibility from polling it's customer base. Edited October 20, 2022 by PaulJohn Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qwertynm Posted October 20, 2022 Share #200 Posted October 20, 2022 I'd guess most of Leicas customer base doesn't hang around in forums tough... I'd like a flip out screen as well but I can see why they wouldn't do it. As for the lens imho 28 is already plenty versatile, especially with a high mp sensor. I have another camera system for focal lengths >50mm as probably do many other photographers interested in a Q. That is probably why the camera is so succesful. It just fits into a line up you already have - regardless of brand. I replaced my Canon 35 1.4 with the new RF 50 1.2 in anticipation of a potential Q3 to cover my fast wide angle needs. Personally I don't see the appeal in a Q with a longer FL as I can either crop the 28mm or get the shot with my R5. This of course is only my opinion and everyone is entitled to their own. My point being: Leica probably knows what their doing, they have the data and know how their customers use their cameras and I can't see them polling a forum to influence future cameras or features on cameras (see: boatymcboatface) 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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