Leica Q2 Monochrom
€ 5.850,00 (incl. VAT)
Embrace the soul of photography.
To this day, black and white photography continues to exude a unique fascination, mystery and beauty. Compared with color photography, it is the most authentic manifestation of “painting with light”. Leica Monochrom cameras give photographers direct access to this captivating form of visual expression.
With its 47.3 megapixel resolution, exceedingly sharp and fast Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH. lens, quick and precise autofocus and crisp OLED viewfinder, the Leica Q2 Monochrom is an intuitive tool for timeless monochrome photography with an inherent focus on the essentials for the modern-day photographer.
The Q2 Monochrom is true to form with its resilient matte-black body and time-honored engravings inlaid in discreet grey and white.
A conscious omission of the classic red Leica logo marks the dedication of the Q2 Monochrom’s commitment to black & white.
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Description
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Additional information
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Specifications
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What's in the Box
The legendary Leica look in black and white
The Leica Q2 Monochrom produces brilliant, exceptionally sharp images. This is due to the new specialized sensor developed exclusively for this camera. Unlike its chromatic counterparts, the monochrome sensor features no color filter array – with no interpolation required, only the pure light levels are captured and rendered sharper. Furthermore, the sensor’s 47.3 megapixel resolution is more than capable for even extreme cropping to be an extra tool in the photographer’s arsenal. Digital zoom provides simulated focal lengths of 35, 50 and 75 mm for the JPEGs while the DNG file of the original image is always preserved at full sensor resolution.
Additionally, this unique sensor also boasts significantly broader dynamic range and extremely low image noise, even at high ISOs up to 100,000.
Outstanding performance in any light
The built-in Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH. prime lens is distinguished by both the razor-sharp details and exceptionally soft bokeh it renders. As the fastest lens in its segment, it is perfectly suited to the sensor of the Leica Q2 Monochrom, and delivers outstanding results even in the darkest and most difficult light.
Eleven lens elements, including three elaborately constructed aspherical elements, ensure the highest image quality possible so textures and details can be seen like never before in tones and shades of crisp and contrasty black-and-white.
Extraordinary black and white videos
In combination with the outstanding Leica Summilux, the Leica Q2 Monochrom captures black and white videos imbued with a stunning aesthetic. A dedicated overview menu for video mode delivers ease-of-use and fulfils even the most demanding requirements.
For brilliant, razor-sharp footage, the camera offers 4K and Cine4K modes with respective frame rates of 30 and 24 fps. Videos can also be recorded in full-HD format at 120, 60, 30 or 24 frames per second.
Filter effects – an analog reminiscence
Three new, specially developed E49 color filters complement the Leica Q2 Monochrom as the perfect kit. The yellow, green and orange screw-on lens filters open up new possibilities for the creative exploration of contrast and light. Each filter modifies and tweaks the colors and contrast of our visible light spectrum when recorded as grayscale values on the sensor. As a result, landscape and portrait shots can be imbued with unique visual aesthetics for more punchy or subdued contrast from the moment the shutter button is pressed. The multilayer coating of these specialized filters reduces reflections and ensures high light transmission without vignetting, for maximum image quality.
| Camera Type | Digital |
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| Camera System | Leica Q |
| Colour | Black |
Specifications
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Camera type:
35mm digital compact camera, fixed prime lens
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Lens:
Leica Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH., 11 elements in 9 groups, 3 aspherical elements
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Digital zoom:
28mm, 35mm, 50mm, 75mm
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Image stabilization:
Optical compensation system for photo and video recordings
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Aperture range:
1.7 to 16 in 1⁄3 EV increments
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Image sensor/resolution:
Full frame black-and-white CMOS sensor, 50.4/47.3 million pixels (total/effective), without color and low-pass filter
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Dynamic range:
13 aperture stops for basic ISO 200
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Photo file formats
Selectable: DNG, DNG + JPEG, JPEG
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Video recording formats:
MP4 (C4K / 4K / FullHD), MP4: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC (Audio Format: 2ch 48 kHz/16-Bit,AAC)
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Video resolution/frame rate:
4K: 30 oder 24 B/s, C4K: 24 B/s, Full-HD: 24, 30, 60 oder 120 B/s
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Audio recording format:
AAC
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Microphone:
Stereo
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Speaker:
Mono
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Storage media:
SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards. Recommendation: UHS II memory cards
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ISO settings:
Automatic, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600, ISO 3200, ISO 6400, ISO 12500, ISO 25000, ISO 50000, ISO 100000
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JPG settings:
Contrast, sharpness (5 steps each) Color tint: Sepia, blue, selen (2 steps each – low / high) / OFF
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Focusing
30 cm to ∞, with macro setting from 17 cm
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Focus Setting:
Automatic (autofocus) or manual focusing, option of magnifying function and edge marking (focus peaking) available for manual setting
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Autofocus modes:
Contrast-based autofocus system
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Autofocus metering modes:
Single zone (225 fields), multi-field, face recognition
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Exposure modes:
Automatic program, aperture priority, shutter speed priority and manual setting
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Scene modes:
Automatic, sport, portrait, landscape, night portrait, snow/beach, fireworks, candlelight, sunset, digiscoping, miniature effect, panorama and HDR
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Exposure metering modes:
Multi-segment, center-weighted, spot
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Exposure compensation:
± 3 EV in 1/3-EV increments
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Automatic exposure bracketing:
3 or 5 exposures in steps of up to 3 EV, can be set in 1⁄3 EV increments
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Shutter type:
Choice of mechanical, electronic or hybrid
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Shutter speeds:
60 s to 1⁄2000 s with mechanical shutter, 1 s to 1⁄40000 s with electronic shutter, in 1/3 increments, flash synchronization up to 1⁄500 s, linear flash with all shutter speeds faster than 1⁄500 s (with HSS-capable SCA 3002 flash units)
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Continuous shooting:
Choice of 10/5/3 fps (H/M/L)
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Self-timer delay:
2 or 12 seconds
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OLED viewfinder Resolution:
Resolution: 1280 × 960 pixels x 3 colors (=3.68 MP), image field: approx. 100%, aspect ratio: 4:3, eye distance: 21mm adjustable -4 – +3 diopters, with eye sensor for automatic switching between viewfinder and monitor
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Monitor screen:
3″ TFT LCD monitor screen with approx. 1,040,000 image dot; touch control capability
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WLAN:
IEEE 802.11b/g/n compliant (standard WLAN protocol), channels 1-11, encryption method: WLAN-compatible WPA™/WPA2™ encryption; access mode: infrastructure mode
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Bluetooth:
Bluetooth LE
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Power supply:
Leica BP-SCL4 lithium-ion battery, rated voltage: 7.2V, capacity: 1860 mAh
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Charger:
Rated voltage 8.4 V; capacity at least 1860 mAh (according to CIPA standard): ca. 400 exposures; charging time: approx. 180 min.; battery charger: 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.25 A, with adapters
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Exposures per battery charge:
Approx. 350 (according to CIPA-standard)
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Body:
Robust, lightweight magnesium alloy construction
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Lens filter thread:
E49 (49mm)
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Dimensions (WxHxD):
Approx. 130 × 80 × 91.9 mm (5.12 × 3.15 × 3.62 in)
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Weight:
Approx. 734/652 g / 25.3/22.5 oz. (without/with battery)
What's in the Box
- Q2 Monochrom
- Battery BP-SCL 4
- Carrying Strap
- Lens Hood
- Lens Cover
- Hot Shoe Cover
- Charger & Cables
- Quick Start Guide
