Name: Leica Q2 Monochrom Reporter Limited Edition Digital Camera
Brand: Leica
SKU: ILCQ2MR
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 5 (42 reviews)

Leica Q2 Monochrom Reporter Limited Edition Digital Camera

Leica Q2

Leica

Adorama

Photography

Cameras

Digital Point & Shoot Cameras

Leica Digital Point & Shoot Cameras

Leica Q2 

Top Rated Gear: Leica Q2 Monochrom Reporter Limited Edition Digital Camera Color: Black, Configuration: Camera Only, Digital Zoom: 1x, Edition: Monochrom Reporter Edition, Media Type: SD, Memory Card Type: SDHC UHS-II, SDXC UHS-II, Optical Zoom: 1x

Based on the Leica Q2 Monochrom, this variant is equipped with an exclusively black and white sensor - making it an even more purist embodiment of a classic reportage camera. Instead of the traditional leather trim, the design variant features a protective 'body armour' made of Kevlar, a synthetic material also used in high-grade protective clothing. The Kevlar fibers becomes slightly more raised over time, which further improves the photographer's grip on the camera. This improved protection is combined with a more discreet design and a special matte green finish, which is particularly scratch and abrasion-resistant. All technical features and performances are identical to the serial Leica Q2 Monochrom camera.The Leica Q2 Monochrom - the first full-frame compact camera with a monochrome sensorTo 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." 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 new Q2 Monochrom sensorState of the art technology and a new microlens design result in a completely new monochrome sensor, that was exclusively developed for the Q2 Monochrom. With a total of 47.3 million pixels, the camera achieves outstanding detail, quality and image structure, with low noise, even when used at its maximum ISO of 100,000.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 even sharper.Summuilux LensThe 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 matched to the sensor of the Leica Q2 Monochrom, and delivers outstanding results even in the darkest and most challenging lighting conditions.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 contrast-rich black-and-white.The 28mm all-purpose lens allows for macro photography up to 0.17m, while the wide-angle is perfectly matched for street, architecture and landscape photography. The shallow depth of field of the lens also allows for stunning portraiture.True to its reputation as one of the best cameras for street photography, the Q2 Monochrom can autofocus on a subject in under 0.15 seconds. The camera's new and improved processor also allows continuous shooting modes with up to 10 frames per second at full resolution.To allow you maximum flexibility when composing shots, the camera 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.Made for videoIf 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.With the option to use manual settings while shooting video, the Q2 Monochrom makes a wide range of creative and experimental opportunities possible.All conditionsJust like its chromatic version, the Q2 Monochrom is dust and spray waterproofed. This protective sealing allows the Q2 to be used in all weather conditions, without compromise.The camera's high-res OLED viewfinder has a resolution of 3.68 megapixels and offers true-to-life image depth and contrast, ensuring you always have full control over your composition, even in dark environments. The viewfinder is activated upon being brought to the eye and shows a live view without any perceivable delay.Quality and longevityIn the tradition of Leica, the Q2 Monochrom is designed to focus on the essentials. Elegant monochrome design and the omission of the traditional red Leica dot make the camera discrete and unobtrusive. 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.The result is a unique compact camera that lives up to these intrinsic values in every way, including further down the road through developments of ongoing firmware updates.

One of the best cameras i owned and used. Incredible resolution light gathering and quality.

Amazing.

Fantastic B&W camera.   the 28mm Leica lens works beautifully in my portrait as well as landscape work.    Macro capability functions successfully also.   I  love everything about my M11  but my Leica Q2M is still my favorite.

My Favorite

This ghost edition is very well made and so beautiful, the pictures are so maxing and the menu system is very easy. Coming from a canon user this camera delivers nothing but perfection. Thinking of selling all my canon rf gear and getting fully into the Lecia system.

Totally unlike nothing

Terrific point and shoot with excellent JPEG rendering.

Earlier versions of the firmware had issues with slow AF, this has been corrected in later versions.

My favorite point and shoot!

Beautiful camera! All works well and as expected. The kit deal was the clincher for me as the battery is so expensive. Very happy with the deal.

Very nice camera.

It takes me back to when I shot black-and-white film on my Leica M2 in the 70s with all the modern conveniences. Stunning low-light performance, fantastic dynamic range, and the ruggedness of a tank with the nimbleness of a Ferrari. Ignoring color and focusing on contrast, structure, and lighting is liberating. If you love black-and-white-only photography in a stealth package, you will love this camera. If you have to have color and want to give up some low-light performance and sharpness, then the Q2 is a better choice.

If I could only have one camera

Even though it?s the ?same? camera as the classic Q2, I think the experience is so much better. The metal parts of the camera aren?t slick, but have a matte texture that helps with grip. The color is amazing, and I love that it doesn?t incorporate branding that screams ?I?m expensive?.

Traditional Q2 to Q2 Reporter

This Leica Q2 monochrome camera Is the finest piece on photographic equipment that I have ever owned. ?Nothing comes close? so end your research. If you are interested in fine art large photographic printed material your search is over. If you are serious about your photography, look no further.
This is heaven on earth.We also have the Q2, and both cameras have changed the photographic industry forever. Just purchases one and you will see for yourself. UNBELIEVABLE EXPERIENCE.

The best camera your money can buy. Nothing comes close, perfect in every way 100% +.

I?m an old school photographer. I started photography using a 4x5 view camera. Learning to develop my images in the dark room was major factor for my love of photography today. Leica camera?s have always  been on the want list. I finally made the leap and ordered the Leica Q-2 used from Adorama.
This camera is absolutely amazing. Brings me back to my Hasselblad day's with film.
If you are a photographic enthusiast, and love photographic fine art. This is the camera that will bring you back to excellent images. Thanks to Adorama and the excellent customer care in the purchasing of this photographic instrument.

Leica. The cameras and lenses are world class. Only for the few that demand stellar image quality.

Great everyday camera

Finally

The purchase of a Q2 was certainly not justified considering my somewhat limited skills as a photographer, but boy-oh-boy, am I glad I decided to spring for this camera. The Q2 is a beauty, a pleasure to handle, dead simple and intuitive to operate, and the image quality is just amazing. I?m shooting photos that make me proud. The 28mm Sumilux lens is a wonder and paired with the 47 megapixel sensor makes it possible to crop with no loss of image quality ? a major boon for someone like me, who doesn?t always frame a scene very well before releasing the shutter. They say your equipment won?t make you a better photographer, but in the case of the Q2, I?m not so sure. I know I?m taking better photos. But perhaps that stems from the enjoyment of using this superb camera. I am inspired by and delighted with the Q2.

The Q2 Inspires Me to Take Better Photographs

Great ergonomics, light and sharp looking!! The image quilty (RAW) is supierior to the Fuji X-100V, with pristine images and Leica build quality. The 47MP sensor coupled with 28MM Summilix lens really does not disapoint and the macro capabilty exceeds expecations...

Pricey But It Is A Leica

Gotta have the handgrip for your Q2.  I love carrying it in hand with a Thumbgrip and the loop without a neck strap when I'm running and gunning.

Keep a grip on the Q2.

I truly enjoy black and white imaging.  The Q2 Monochrom does everything in the Leica fashion, perfectly!  I am not going to go into specs as they are easily found online.  The camera is rock solid and purely a joy to work with.  Leica's are pricey, but you get more in return.  For what the Q2 Monochrom does, there is no better.

Q2 MONOCHROM

Great

I guess it has been a month now. I have been through several camera brands and each has been better than the previous. But the move to this Leica was a leap! I would always desaturate my images as a black and white photographer. But nothing I did is even close to the smooth detail of a RAW from this jewel-like camera. I can endlessly play in the shadows. I can bring the sky down into zones I could only achieve in the darkroom previously. And I can crop out several images from one photo. Is the fixed 28mm lens a limitation? No. Are the automatic modes usable? In almost every setting. Is the manual mode intuitive? Dead simple. And as a first for me, the link between an App and the camera works every time without some kinda problem solving. I have yet to use it in a truly dark environment. When I zoom to single pixels, the ones surrounding them are tidy and sensible gradations. Nothing jumpy or jpeggy at 1600 ISO. I am imagining good performance in low light. Oddly, i have been taken by the 4k video. I can snatch really good frames. And the stabilization is just right. I have another video camera where dual stabilization is active. As I pan the video jerks. This Leica seems to leave a natural amount of handheld movement that has more of a human touch on the scene.   Really enjoying this camera. And so glad it does not have a tilt/swivel screen. I Can?t think of the last time a photo taken from ground level made me any money. Just be tall and take your photo.   @mleysens

A new era in photography for me

So far I am really excited with the performance of this camera.  I have not had it too long but the pictures I have made have been outstanding.  I would say it was worth the back-order wait time!

Quality camera built to perform and last

I've been waiting for this item to come back in stock, shot with one from a friend during a trip and loved it! I hope it comes back soon online! Looks like it's been backordered for a while :(

waiting to restock

The camera is built like a Leica should be. Very intuitive and minimalistic control buttons. The lens is razor sharp and the color rendition is spot on. I also purchased the Leica leather holster that makes a huge difference when walking around the city or the Jersey Shore and having the camera readily available for a quick shot. Expensive but worth the money. Highly  recommend it.

Expensive but worth the money.

This camera exceeded my expectations.  It is the first Leica camera that  is simple and intuitive which anyone can easily use.  It has a fantastic fast lens and can well do auto focus, manual focus and macro. It makes the Leica M10 seem old and the Leica SL seem unnecessarily large.  Think of it as a grown up Fuji X100 series.  It's your "go to" camera.

Primarily, I use it in the 35mm crop mode that provides 30MP resolution which is plenty.  Even at 50mm crop you get a nice 15MP photograph.  In its native 28mm mode, 47MP is more than I need.

I have read reviews that the Leica Q2 JPEGS were flat.  I didn't find this to be the case.  To me as a street shooter; Fuji does the best people color JPEGS, Sony is unrealistically bright and Leica is understated almost like they are trying to give a film feeling.  But for all of them, why use this level camera if you don't shoot RAW?  Q2 RAW  to me is excellent.

Of course the build quality  is impeccable and the feel is true Leica.  When Leica makes the big modern jump to the  "M EVF", I hope it feels like an interchangeable lens version of this camera. I would definately recommend this camera especially to anyone who does travel, street or family photography.

Leica Q2: quality, versatile, intuitive.

My "go to" camera has been my Canon 5D Mark III. I travel and hike and have sought a small, relatively light and weather resistant camera that takes the quality of pictures of my Canon with my L lenses. The Q2 works for me for this purpose. In post, using lightroom, having 47 megapixels to play with gives me more control over my edits. Detail, tone curve, and basic adjustments come to life, not to mention the quality of detail in my crops. The pixels in Q2 photos give me a "like I am there" quality I don't get with my Canon. I consider this camera the best option for my circumstance, and I feel confident that it will give me the best renditions of the subjects I photograph for a camera in this class.

Best in its class.

My favorite camera of all time. Beautiful sensor and great build quality

Favorite camera of all time

Leica Q 

The best 35 mm camera I have owned.  It's more of a finely engineered instruent than a camera.
The qulity if images from the sumilux lens in astonishing.

The best at any price. My only knock is that it is overly compex to to learn and use.

After using this camera in a variety of situations over the past month, it lives up to its high expectations. The Q2 is remarkably fast, both it’s focus and shutter. It’s shutter is nearly silent, so it is very discrete in any setting. The image quality is amazing. The menu is very intuitive, and a lot is packed into a clean, simple design. It is also a nice size: not too big and not too small (I added the leather case protector to mine, just because it like the feel of the extra grip it gives to the camera). I am still learning some of the ins and outs of the camera, but I know it is a great addition to the bag.

Lives Up To Its High Expectations

Fantastic camera! Quality, beautiful pictures, simple menu.

Incredible little camera. A big change for me after only shooting Canon but it So simple it is crazy. Makes me feel more creative.

Feeling Creative!

SPLENDARIFFIC! Using this camera is a wonderful experience! Lens quality is excellent- Placement of 
parts easy to use-
Lens cap needs to be more secure-

SPLENDARIFFIC!

Great Quality. Well worth the upgrade from the Q.

Leica Q2 Monochrom Reporter Limited Edition Digital Camera

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