Leica Q | Photo Review

The new Leica Q appears to have been developed in response to a perceived demand for a large sensor/fixed lens camera that is small and light enough to be an everyday companion but delivers high levels of image quality and functionality. Featuring a 24-megapixel 36 x 24 mm sensor and integrated Summilux 28 mm f/1.7 ASPH. lens, its design has evolved from the Leica M (Typ 240), which was released late in 2012 and which we haven’t reviewed. Despite its non-interchangeable lens, the Q has introduced many improvements over the M in both technology and functionality. Its nearest competitor is the Sony RX1, which appeared at about the same time as the Leica M but attracted a lot more attention. We reviewed the RX1 in March 2013. The RX1 was updated in June 2013 by removing the anti-aliasing filter in front of the sensor but other features remain unchanged. The table below compares key features of the Leica Q with the current Sony RX1R…….

Source: photoreview.com.au
 


Leica Q

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