The Versatility of the Leica Q2 - A Practical Review

Spolier alert: I LOVE IT. I've had my Leica Q2 for almost a year now and it's quickly become one of my favorite digital cameras to use. I break down all the pros and cons of this camera and show some real life examples from it.

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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - 00:37 - Intro
00:38 - 01:26 - First Thoughts
01:27 - 02:03 - Use at Weddings
02:04 - 02:23 - Macro Mode
02:24 - 02:33 - 1.7 Aperture
02:34 - 03:13 - Portraits with the Q2
03:14 - 03:38 - Use in Hawaii
03:39 - 04:16 - The Files
04:17 - 06:00 - Accessories
06:01 - 07:17 - Autofocus
07:18 - 08:12 - 28mm Focal Length
08:13 - 08:36 - Conclusion

[TonyWodarck]

What do you think of the Leica Q2? Too expensive? Love it? Hate it? Drop your thoughts below.

[jimcausey]

It's a time machine, recalling what I enjoyed about photography decades ago. I rented a Q2 a few months ago. I was prepared for the experience by accepting my Sonys' eye autofocus as incomparable. The Q2 image quality in LRC was striking. I paused to try to understand what attributes caused me to see the images as "different." So, I stopped over-thinking, and returned to composing and pressing the trigger. A shutter speed dial, an aperture ring, and auto-ISO; back to basics.

[simonbnyc]

I've had my Q2 for 5 months and love it! The colors and sharpness of the images are astonishing. It's such a versatile camera and is built like a tank!

[zgw]

Hey Brother! Just bought a Q2 on a recent trip to Copenhagen. Amazing camera and the perfect rig for walking around a badass city like this. The people in the store went above and beyond and I have discovered the Leica community. Getting used to this little workhorse and going to be a sweet compliment to my Nikon Z6II for landscape and travel. Loved your vid and looking forward to more!

[toddhunter]

Hey Tony, long time photographer here (probably since b4 you were born, lol). I've also shot video all over the world. Respect to you for delivering real usable CONTENT, not trendy FX. You are very well paced, easy to follow, not a lot of jump cuts (which means you probably know your stuff and don't have to edit a lot of stuff out). I'm researching the Q2 as my first Leica (I've never even shot with one). It will be my personal travel and street camera and reviews like yours are helping me more than I can say, so thanks for your help.

[chrisperez]

LOVE my Q2!!! Just returned from two weeks in Japan where it rarely left my hand. I was shooting in the High Contrast black-and-white mode at 400-1600 ISO. The photos look incredible, and it's fun to push the camera to its limits. I was in Kyoto where it was around 98 degrees with extreme humidity. I noticed the camera got really hot but it kept taking photos. I have two batteries, and I turned off the screen to preserve power. If you have the hood plus a filter than you should be ready to go at all times. The lens cap it comes with is garbage. The Q2 makes taking pictures so much fun. Both the camera and I are ready for more adventures!

[joe_a_photo]

I appreciate the fact that you shared so many photos in this review.

[Sodacake]

There's a lot to be said about fixed lens cameras like this, imo. They'll bring out the best photographer in you because you're not thinking about "should i bring x lens or lenses" or whatever. You just have the camera and you need to do the rest. There's no hiding behind anything.

[thelukestrege]

feel almost spot on with you about the Q2. such a beautiful camera that continues to surprise me with its versatility!

[JaimeLacayoPTY]

I got my new Q2 last wednesday and I love it so much. I too am a Canon shooter with a n R6 and 50 1.2 RF, which is a great combination. Great video, subscribed. Love how chill you present. Maybe sell some presets because you have greeat taste in your edits.

[slowinfastout]

got myself a Q2 Reporter for private use and absolutely love it! always thought the iphone 13 Pro makes great pictures but this thing is out of this world imo...

[pw]

Its my all time time favorite: so much in one unit. It does it all. Worth it.

[donjagoe]

Also have a Q2–wish I had it when I was doing weddings. Nice work and solid review! Thx

[richardpearce]

I’m new to Leica having had Canon. The build is insane and feels great. To be honest I haven’t quite mastered it but have a trip to Greece coming up so I intend to make it my only camera for the trip. Batteries are a bit of an issue so I tend to find all the power saving items in the menu. Overall I’m happy I made the investment. ❤

[Burritosarebetterthantacos]

Its became my favorite for sure. Ive got the original but its so versatile I really havent needed anything else. I had planned on R5 but yet here I am still shooting with my Leica. My Fuji hasn't been shelved for two years. I work as a photographer for my fire department and this guy hasn't missed a beat.

[leafsfan]

You sold me on this camera at the intro!! Love your videos!

[jameska]

Like it !
The Leica new Q2 is very unique and outstanding tools.

[salvamando]

Great video and great shots! I too just recently got the Q2 and I absolutely love it! The only drawback for me personally is that I fear that it has become my Leica "gateway drug"! I'm now considering the M11! Cheers!

[marvinling]

Hi nice video. Love my Q2. I’m using it to document daily life and also shoot some jewel photos for my wife’s business.

[punshment]

Tony, this is a fantastic camera. I have been on the fence about getting the color or Monochrome version. I just rented one for a weekend in Santa Monica with the wife and I always had it with me, I shoot a ton of other systems as well and I always had this with me. Like someone else said, i dont need to think about this lens or that lens…its just there ready to take pictures!! I havnt edited the images yet but have down loaded them and they looks great! Thanks for an awesome look on how you use the Q2!