Monthly Archives: March 2019

Leica M Monochrom Typ 246 Kyoto limited edition camera announced

By LR admin | Published: March 8, 2019

A new Leica M Monochrom Typ 246 Kyoto limited edition camera was announced in Japan. Only 10 sets will be produced for the 5th anniversary of Leica Kyoto Store. The price is ¥1,080,000 excluding tax (around $9,700). Additional pictures:

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Leica Q2 camera accessories

By LR admin | Published: March 7, 2019

There are several new accessories that were announced together with the Leica Q2 camera today – see the details at Adorama, B&H Photo and Park Camera (UK). Additional pictures of the new Leica Q2 accessories:

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Leica Q vs Leica Q2 specifications comparison

By LR admin | Published: March 7, 2019

Leica Q Leica Q2 Resolution 24 megapixels 47 megapixels Weather Sealed No Yes Dimensions 130x80x93mm 130x80x91.9mm Weight (with battery) 640 grams 718 grams FN Buttons 1 2 Crop Modes 35mm, 50mm 35mm, 50mm, 75mm Max Shutter Speed 1/16,000th 1/40,000th ISO 100-50,000 50-50,000 Video 1920 x 1080 p with 60 or 30 fps. HD: 1280 x […]

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Additional Leica Q2 coverage

By LR admin | Published: March 7, 2019

Additional Leica Q2 coverage from around the Web: I had an opportunity to use the Q2 ahead of today’s announcement and found the improvements to be largely positive. The camera hasn’t lost any of its charm or appeal, but feels faster in use and is easier to handle thanks to the refined controls. The new viewfinder […]

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Leica Q2 camera officially announced

By LR admin | Published: March 7, 2019

The Leica Q2 camera is now officially announced. The US price is $4,995 (only in black finish). Sample photos are available here. The main specifications are (the detailed specifications can be downloaded here): 47.3MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor Maestro II Image Processor Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH. Lens 3.68MP OLED Electronic Viewfinder 3.0″ 1.04m-Dot Touchscreen LCD DCI 4K24p, […]

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The new Leica APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH black chrome edition lens is now in stock in the US

By LR admin | Published: March 6, 2019

The new Leica APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH black chrome lens edition is now shipping and is currently in stock in the US at B&H Photo, PopFlash, Amazon and Leica Store Miami (update: sold out). “Reminiscent of the vintage Summicron 50 mm f/2 (II) from 1956, the APO-Summicron-M 50 mm f/2 ASPH., black chrome features a scalloped focusing ring with barrel components […]

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Update: Leica Q2 price in Europe will be €4,790 with VAT included

By LR admin | Published: March 6, 2019

A quick update to my previous post: the EU price of the Leica Q2 will be €4,790 with VAT included (or around $5,500). For comparison, the Leica Q price in Europe is now €4,190 and the Leica Q-P is €4,590. I have to adjust my previous guess – I think the US price of the Q2 […]

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Leica Q2 price in Japan: around $6,300 (including tax)

By LR admin | Published: March 6, 2019
Leica Q2 camera

The Leica Q2 camera will be priced at ¥702,000 including tax in Japan – this is around $6,300. For comparison, the Leica Q is now $3,995 (after a $500 discount) and the Leica Q-P is $4,995. My guess for the US price is $5,995. The official announcement is tomorrow:

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