During the Q2 presentation in Italy yesterday, a Leica Italy representative answered a question on Facebook about the Leica SL2 release date and confirmed that the new camera will be announced in June. The comment was later deleted. The Leics SL is currently $500 off in the US and it comes with a free LHSA membership (you can […]
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:
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:
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
