Leica Q2, black
Material number: 19050
The essentials:
- 47.3 MP full frame sensor
- Dust and spray water proof (IP52**)
- HighResOLED electronic viewfinder (3,68 megapixel)
- Fixed 28 mm fixed prime lens (Summilux 1:1,7/28 ASPH.)
- Fast Auto Focus (0,15s)
- 4K Video
- Bluetooth for easy connection with Leica FOTOS App
- ISO 50 – 50.000
- High-resolution Touchscreen
- Made in Germany
Product description:
Discover the newest generation of the Q family.
The Q2 takes the original Q's most exciting features and turns everything up a notch, enabling you to achieve unparalleled results in the most accessible way. It's made for anyone who wants to focus on getting the best image, without distractions.
Setting a brand new benchmark in the world of compact digital cameras, the Q2 now comes with a sensor that delivers 95% more resolution than the original Q. The new 47.3 megapixel, full-frame sensor and newly developed Maestro processor capture lifelike detail in imagery, 4k video resolution and offers ISO sensitivity settings up to 50,000.
Paired with the Summilux 28mm lens with a 1.7 f-stop, the Q2 delivers unmatched image quality, even in low lighting conditions.
True to its reputation as one of the best cameras for street photography, the Q2 can autofocus on a subject in under 0.15 seconds. The camera's new and improved processor now also allows continuous shooting modes with up to 10 frames per second at full resolution.
Another new feature to the camera is the dust and spray water proofed body. This protective sealing allows the Q2 to be used in all weather conditions, without compromise.
If video is your thing, the Q2 is equipped with best-in-class video solutions. Whether recording in Full HD at 24, 30, 60 or 120 fps, 4K in 24 or 30fps, or industry standard Cinema 4K (C4K), there is a video mode for every need.
To allow you maximum flexibility when composing shots, the camera now features an integrated digital zoom function. Crops of 35, 50 or 75mm can be selected and images are saved in JPEGs in the corresponding resolution. An uncropped version of the image is simultaneously saved as a DNG file at full resolution, allowing you the creative freedom of picking the right crop in the editing process.
The newly developed, high-res OLED viewfinder has a resolution of 3.68 megapixels and offers an increased image depth and contrast. The viewfinder is activated upon being brought to the eye and shows a live view without any perceivable delay.
In the tradition of Leica, the Q2 is designed to focus on the essentials. The "Made in Germany" seal of quality guarantees that only the finest and most resilient of materials have been used in the crafting of the camera. A secure grip is ensured through a thumb-rest design and the pattern of the body's leather trim.
A further re-design in the Leica Q2 is the dioptre compensation setting dial, which has now been crafted to prevent accidental shifting during camera handling and storage. If you have previously used the Q, a new handling feature of the Q2 is that the On/Off switch now no longer includes continuous shooting mode. The continuous shooting function has now been moved into the camera's menu.
Delivery scope:
Q2 Camera | Strap | Lens hood | Lens Cap | Charger | Power cable | USB cable
More details:
Improved features and functionality for maximum quality
Everything we do is driven by your passion for photography. We provide regular firmware updates to ensure that you can look forward to enduring enjoyment of your camera.
Improve the performance of your Leica Q2 and enjoy the benefits of the new features and functions.
Optimized functions in detail
Firmware Update 2.0
AF field size selectable |
Choose between three AF field sizes (small, medium, large) by a long tap on the camera display while touch AF is activated. |
DNG writing speed improved |
The DNG and DNG+JPEG writing speed is now improved by the factor 2x. |
Deleting user profiles |
The user now can delete individual/single user profiles. |
Touch AF + Release |
Touch AF + Release is now implemented and works in all AF modes. |
Status screen for photo and video implemented |
Complete overview of the preferred settings, easy access and operation by touch. The video mode can be deactivated or activated via the status screen. |
Exposure parameters for video |
Extended opportunities for capturing video files including the ability to switch between PASM by aperture- and shutter speed dial. |
Auto ISO behavior |
The auto-ISO behavior was changed and the priority is now set to "correct exposure". |
Manual Focus behavior |
In MF mode the preselected AF frame will appear and can be used to start the magnification, the frame can be moved by using the cursor keys. In AF-Multi: the magnification will start from the center and the last position is saved until the camera is switched off. |
Face Detection behavior |
If the face detection is not successful, the AF-Mode now switches to AF field instead of AF multi field. |
Leica FOTOS transfer speed |
Downloading photos from the Leica Q2 to Leica FOTOS is now up to 50% faster. . |
Variable EVF frame rate |
A menu was added to choose between 60fps or 120 fps. For fast moving subjects set 120 fps for a more fluid display of movement (with lower resolution) or choose 60 fps for full resolution. |
AF-L / AE - added to Zoom button |
The AF and AE lock function allows you to lock your focus or exposure settings separately as you recompose your shot. |
Improvement of Tracking AF |
Precision and overall performance of Tracking AF is improved. |
Touch in EVF |
Touch functionality during EVF mode is now available. |
Download firmware update
You can quickly and easily download Firmware Update for the Leica Q2. The instructions provided with the firmware update will guide you safely through the installation process.
Leica Q2 - Firmware Update 2.0Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Taiwanese
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Date: 02/2020
Format: FW (112,66 MB)
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Installation instructions for Leica Q2 - Firmware 2.0English
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Date: 02/2020
Format: PDF (76,66 kB)
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Firmware Chronology
Firmware Update 1.1 | |
DNG files recording | DNG files recorded in ‘Continuous Super Speed’ mode are now readable in Adobe products. |
Burst Shooting Mode + attached flash | In 'Burst Shooting Mode' (H/M/L) the attached flash is now triggered more than once (depending on the power of the flash). |
Download of images via Leica FOTOS | Stabilized image download via Leica FOTOS in combination with 'Remote-Wake up' as well as display of aperture values after wake up. |
Interval shooting in Drive Mode | In 'JPG's only' setting now images can be taken with 1s 'Interval' continuously without losing frames. Also the performance with 'DNG + JPG' has been improved. REMARK: Due to general SD-card writing time please use an interval time of longer than 2 sec. in order to secure that all images (DNG + JPEG) will be saved. |
Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan
The purchase of this camera includes a free 3-month trial membership of the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan, including 20GB of Cloud storage.