Leica Q-P Review
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Our editorial take on the Leica Q-P
The Leica Q-P is a cosmetic variant of the acclaimed Leica Q, wrapped in a matte black finish and commanding a premium over the standard model. It retains everything that made the original a standout: a full-frame 24.2-megapixel sensor, the stellar Summilux 28mm f/1.7 lens, a high-resolution electronic viewfinder, and build quality worthy of the Leica name. Reviewers who spent years with the Q speak to its enduring appeal, noting that the fixed lens becomes an advantage rather than a limitation in practice.
At nearly $5,000, the Q-P asks buyers to pay extra for the stealth aesthetic and bundled accessories like dual batteries and a brown leather strap. The core shooting experience remains identical to the Q, so the decision hinges on whether the matte finish and subtle branding justify the upcharge. For those drawn to Leica's imaging character and the convenience of a fixed-lens full-frame compact, the Q-P delivers, but it's unapologetically a style-driven choice over the standard model.
- Outstanding Summilux 28mm f/1.7 lens with full-frame sensor
- Fixed lens simplifies workflow and proves versatile over time
- Premium build with matte black finish and machined aluminum top plate
- High-resolution 3.68MP EVF with 100% coverage
- Fast 10 fps continuous shooting and wide ISO range up to 50,000
- Significantly more expensive than the standard Q for cosmetic differences
- No lens interchangeability limits flexibility
- Video limited to 1080p at 60 fps
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The Leica Q has been one of the best cameras (if not the best) camera I've owned. Its inability to change lenses has often been a benefit rather than a crutch.
The new Leica QP is unashamedly a bold exercise in cosmetic prestidigitation. It's a camera that costs some £500 more than the standard version.
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About this product
Stealth matte black variant of the Q.
Specs
- Wireless
- Wi-Fi
- Battery
- 2x BP-DC12 rechargeable lithium-ion, 7.2 VDC, 1200 mAh
- Optical Zoom
- None (fixed lens)
- Aperture Range
- f/1.7
- Focal Length Equiv
- 28mm
- Min Focus Distance
- 6.69 in / 17 cm (Macro), 11.81 in / 30 cm (Normal)
- Bit Depth
- 14-bit
- Max Frame Rate Hd
- 60 fps
- Max Video Resolution
- 1080p (Full HD)
- Lens
- Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH.
- Finish
- Matte black
- Autofocus
- Contrast-detection
- Iso Range
- 100-50000
- Digital Zoom
- 1.8x maximum
- File Formats
- DNG, JPEG
- Body Material
- Machined aluminum top plate, magnesium alloy body
- Filter Thread
- 49mm
- Image Processor
- Maestro II
- Leica Fotos App
- Yes
- Diopter Adjustment
- -3 to +3
- Continuous Shooting
- 10 fps (up to 60 frames)
- Viewfinder Coverage
- 100%
- Included Accessories
- Brown leather neck strap, 2 batteries
- Electronic Viewfinder
- 3.68MP LCOS EVF
- Exposure Compensation
- -3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV steps)
- Digital Frame Selector
- 1.25x (35mm equiv.), 1.8x (50mm equiv.)
- Shutter Speed Electronic
- 1/2500 to 1/16000 s
- Shutter Speed Mechanical
- 30 to 1/2000 s
- Sensor Size
- Full-frame
- Sensor Type
- CMOS
- Effective Megapixels
- 24.2 MP
- Rear Screen
- 3.0 in, 1.04m-dot touchscreen LCD
- Touchscreen
- Yes
- Release Date
- November 2018
- Launch Price Usd
- $3,995
- Stabilization
- Image stabilization (integrated)
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- B&H Photonew● In stockBest price$3,995Buy
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