Why The Leica Q Is My Camera For 2024 And Beyond | Leica Q Review | Sold My Fujifilm X100V

[@SourPlanet]

The Q is special. I think people realize it now that other cameras have come and gone and they're STILL thinking about that old Q. I picked one up at the end of last year and I couldn't be happier. It was used and beat to hell when I got it. Could die any day. When it does, I'll have another one on order before I hit the pillow that night. I've fallen for the "special" magic to various lenses and bodies over the year. It never really panned out, outside of a few vintage lenses. The Q changed all that. The images straight out of camera on this thing are just perfect. Plus, zone focus and autofocus in the same single carry kit? YESSIR. Body for life.

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Absolutely agree, thanks for sharing! I haven't used JPGs from it and probably never will, but I hear the colors are really nice. Right? I was zone focusing at F11 for stealthy street shots, then was back in AF a minute later, brilliant design. Thank you for watching and I hope you make many images with your Q for a long time!

[@iamv8dy]

Hey everyone, I need some advice. I currently own a Ricoh GR3x and have been gaining experience in photography for a couple of years. I'm looking for a camera that offers a similar format (fixed lens), full-frame sensor, and unique character like the Ricoh. My attention has been drawn to the Leica Q series. Could you guys suggest whether I should go for the Leica Q, stay with Ricoh or move on to Q2? Also, let's ignore weather sealing, mega-px, etc. Thanks in advance!

[@paultaylorphotography9499]

Hey Brian congrats on the Q you can't go wrong with that thing. I had the Q for a short time while my Q2 was away for repair the Q is an awesome camera lens combo, 24mp is more than enough for most needs. When my Q2 came back my gut instinct was to sell it and keep the Q as 47 odd MP is more than I'll ever need, in the end the weather sealing made me sell the Q and keep the Q2, either way I couldn't loose. To be fair to Leica I killed my sensor my stupidity I'd only had the camera for 2 weeks I was gutted, Leica put a new sensor in under good will, absolutely amazing service. All up in took around 3 months return. Not a fan of presets to be honest I don't even use them for my own edits, I do each Image individually to taste, a bit slower I guess but I'm pretty fast editing anyway. All the best with that gorgeous Q.

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Hey Paul, thanks for watching! Was the sensor problem the only issue your Q2 had? What did you do to render it inoperable? Glad to hear you had a great time with both the Q/Q2, I think these older models get overlooked a lot of the time, nothing wrong with lower MP counts in today’s world. I live in the rainy PNW and wanted the Q2 for its sealing and higher MP but after thinking long and hard I always seem to dodge the rain and knew 24MP is plenty for my use. Enjoy your Q2 🤙🏻

[@paultaylorphotography9499]

Spot on mate the Q is fine MP wise and to be honest I used my in a total hail storm the thing got soaked but never flinched link here kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZykeKePo9GFg6csi=ADrscXrzgva3oTDl the Q2 sensor issue was me being a bit reckless totally my fault yet Leica saved the day and me a lot of coin and stress kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4i7d4mahZujorssi=GWSMNn6QAg8v4gOL If the Q2 hadn't been fixed in good faith by Leica I would have kept the Q for sure, just a cracking camera enjoy mate. @@brianatkinsphotography

[@trailrunnermike]

I just bought a QP and hoping it arrives tomorrow. I am hoping it is all I ever want in a camera. It’s been 35 years since I was living a live of photography and I’m ready to resume.

[@brianatkinsphotography]

great camera, im sure youll love it.

[@Theprofessor1212]

Use leica Q is now going for the same price as new fuji x100 6. Got the Q instead (for $90 less) and love it.

[@brianatkinsphotography]

@@Theprofessor1212 glad to hear it. Still enjoying the camera now that you are a few months in?

[@Theprofessor1212]

@@brianatkinsphotography love it.

[@romankuzmich6220]

Looking through videos while waiting for my Leica Q to come in, thanks for adding tons of photos to the video and talking about the Leica service!

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Thanks for watching, enjoy your Q!

[@dannyly]

My Q is currently at Leica NJ. They were great with communication before I sent the camera in. It's been 5 weeks with no response from them since starting the repair.

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Glad to hear you’ve had a decent experience so far. What was the issue? If they gave you a rough turnaround time my bet is they will follow through based on my experience, but it does differ from case to case supposedly. They were right on the dot and had the camera back in the turnaround window for the first service.

[@tonksy333]

enjoyed your presention and style, like your pictures too. I got a Q, swapped that for a Q2, went back to the Q. it's a great camera and the pictures are lovely. nice and tactile to use. I recommend it. t has the Leica feel, I've had several M system too, but it is so much more convenient

[@brianatkinsphotography]

@@tonksy333 thanks! Glad to hear you are enjoying your Q and interesting you swapped back. Like I mentioned in the video, even if I got a newer Q I would still keep the original if I can

[@madebyjovan]

I owned the Q as my first Leica camera too! Then sold it for Q2 cause of the weather sealed and AF. Love both of it. Now just getting started to get into the M rangefinder!

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Cant go wrong with the Q or Q2! The weather sealing is a huge factor for a lot of people. I wish mine had it but Im really careful so decided I could make due without. For sure eyeing a Q3 as the workhorse for the wet times with the rest of my kit and keeping my Q1 to continue using as my daily carry and light setup. M system is amazing. Highly recommend it as a compliment to your Q2. I have a M lens video coming as well as a “full kit” overview, and a review on the M240 is already on the channel if any of that proves useful as you research that system.

[@madebyjovan]

Not sure if this helps, I saw articles online saying that you could use gaffer to tape over the "holes" on the Q to prevent dust from seeping in. I tried on my Q before and gave me more confidence to bring it out during light drizzle. I had the M240 before too. Wasn't to my liking cause of the WB issue and it wasn't as good for shooting in dim environment. I sold off and recently gotten the M10. So far I'm enjoying it haha@@brianatkinsphotography

[@Holl.Mvrk.]

Haha I’m doing the opposite ! I’m about to sell my MP240 kit to fund a Q2 ! 😅

[@chalmersng6619]

thx sharing Brian, Q would be the camera u may carry out all day. I bought used one in 2022, cant believe how powerful the camera coming in 2015 the horse stilling running in 2024 手工一絕！

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Thanks for watching! Yeah, I will go out for hours with my Q and it barely feels like I have it with me, really light, compact, and discreet. These cameras will continue to make great images as time goes on and hopefully provide us with years of service in the future. Enjoy your Q!

[@paulbae]

Nice snaps. Which thumb grip is that?

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Thanks dude! This is the match technical thumb grip

[@ryanpeacock]

What size wandrd rogue bag do you use for the Leica? I’m looking for a nice small bag. Is it the 3L or 6L???

[@brianatkinsphotography]

@@ryanpeacock I have both a 3L and a 6L. The 3L barely fits the Q and leaves space for a strap or battery. The 6L can leave room for a second camera like a M series Leica. I breakout my bag setups here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqrFmIiQq5pomrssi=BcncdN4rfpEnN00s

[@der.kommentierende.komment5275]

Do you use any filter Infront of your lens? Your images look very natural without a digital touch. Maybe that's also the magic of the Q. I'm buying mine tomorrow

[@brianatkinsphotography]

@@der.kommentierende.komment5275 Yeah, I had a 10% moment cinebloom filter on for these photos. Now im running a 50% shortstsche x polar pro diffusion polarizer

[@Cool-last-name]

I just a Q and am going to try your settings and see how they work.

[@brianatkinsphotography]

@@Cool-last-name hope you enjoy the camera!

[@Cool-last-name]

@@brianatkinsphotography Thank you. I'm glad I ran into your channel. I can see why you love it so much. It's wonderful in it's capabilities and it's a joy to use. I am more than pleased with your insights.

[@haekaldesma7900]

can you tell us the setting that you use for this leica q? please?

[@brianatkinsphotography]

@@haekaldesma7900 exposure settings change per image but I usually shoot with 1/125 shutter and go to f8 and let iso fall on auto. Ill change the shutter and aperture depending on what Im doing. Otherwise Im on auto focus with the single point and use the directional pad to move it. I have the meter set for the entire scene, whatever that is called in camera.

[@haekaldesma7900]

@ thank you

[@donjagoe]

Thx Brian-that’s how I feel about my Q2.

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Great camera, hope you make many memories with it and that it serves you well. Thanks for watching!

[@lexusuk7901]

I have a Q typ 116 and was considering an M240 so I can play with the lenses. The thing is, it's so similar to a Q and arguably not as convenient as the Q. Can you comment on how the two fit as a pair? I have an Olympus Pen-F with a bunch of lenses so I have a bunch of kit to sell to make it happen financially. But i'm just not sure that if I had the m240 + Q that i'd actually choose the M240 over the Q. Any help appreciated.

[@brianatkinsphotography]

For me it is having one manual focus camera and one autofocus camera that are very similar in operation. When I need the width/af I grab the q, when I do not need either then its the 240.

[@p6x2]

There is only one company that seems to be holding its own: Canon. I own a Fujifilm X100S which I purchased new in 2014. Last year, I decided it needed a sensor cleanup, and I also wanted to take the opportunity to have the display replaced, because there was a small scratch on it. Display was still fully functional. I called the Fujifilm repair center in New-Jersey, explained what the problem was, they told me to fill in the form and send the camera. I sent the Camera, with the filled form as instructed. One week after, I received the camera, with a note: Camera out of warranty, no spares, return to sender. I was surprised since the form I filled in did not exclude any year of model. I will continue shooting the X100S, and I will upgrade with a Q3, not with a X100VI. Fujifilm clearly does not care about supporting their product. Now that the X100 series is successful, they don't even need to make an effort. No more Fujifilm for me!

[@wanderlustdetailer]

Wow that’s crazy!! Yea I’ll stick with my Leica X. Looking at getting a Q now

[@p6x2]

@@wanderlustdetailerI own a Canon 5DMarkIII with plenty of glass. I specialize in food photography, so I have T&S lenses. However, I like to go to shows. Some of the shows I go to want you to register as a photographer is you don't come with fixed lens cameras. I did not want to pay for the photographer fees when my photos are just personal. This is why I purchased the X100S at the time. But I am ready for a Leica Q too.

[@robbiesumantri]

The Q still kicking in 2024!! I shoot a q3 but i wish i was smart enough to just get the Q

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Yep, a good camera will take good photos for its entire life. A lot of Q1s still out in the world running smooth. Nothing wrong with grabbing a Q3 if it was in your budget, thanks for tuning in and enjoy your camera 🫡

[@michaelvilshansky4866]

Cleaning the lens- I ve heard number of times about this issue. Like sensors getting dusty.. Q: How often it happens? How long time it serves without or between cleaning? And you ve mentioned that it cost 500$, does it mean that during some years of use one should additionally pay this money to keep it in good condition? TY

[@brianatkinsphotography]

@@michaelvilshansky4866 ive never had the lens cleaned or sensor. I think leica cleaned it by default when they repaired my faulty lens but it wasnt something I requested or needed. I have tape on the mic holes on top of the camera, people say it helps keep dust out. Unless you shoot past f8 you would be pressed to see any dust spots in the event dust does reach the sensor. If you get a digital leica of any sort and keep it for a long time you should expect anywhere from $500-1500 for a repair at some point, depending on what fails. But I wouldnt say you need to pay for any cleaning services unless your sensor becomes filthy and impacts images. Just use the camera until it has a problem if it ever does.

[@mrprivette]

Excellent video bro. I had a Q2 for a few months but sold it in a panic during the pandemic. I didn't even really get to know it, give it a name or understand the power it possessed. God I miss it so much. I may double back and get another Q2 or I may opt for the Q, depends on my budget and the prices. Thanks for this informative video.

[@JonnyRoams]

Excellent video dude! Love the photos!

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Appreciate it dude! 💪🏻💪🏻

[@maciekkobylanski]

Great Video, Love Your Samples :)

[@brianatkinsphotography]

thanks for watching

[@moeranyc]

Q gangstas! Nice shots!

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Thanks for the kind words and tuning in!

[@asyrafjalil3506]

Your channel is gonna blow up someday

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Thank you dude 🫡

[@Racsophoto]

Nice video. My questions is, since I do understand the concept of an every day camera and of “simpler” setup, do you guys use SOOC images on the Q system? Because from what I have seen, it seems that I don’t see much people saying those love the jpg from a Q or all of them do post processing (jpg or raw). And that’s one of the reasons that I, in spite that I do love the Q concept, I do also recognize that I do love Fujifilm film simulation for images SOOC.

[@brianatkinsphotography]

@@Racsophoto thanks! I only shoot raw and havent tried jpgs. I have seen some people shoot jpgs off all 3 Q series models but I think most photographers tend to shoot raw and then edit.

[@xhynetuseinovski]

sub’d. so how much was the service? and did they give you a loaner when it was gone for 4 months?

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Thanks 🫶 it was basically $700 total, that was a little bit of fees from the local shop, the custom leather, and the actual repair. Repair was about $500, $250-ish for the leather, and then local shop fees remainder. I didnt get a loaner but we did not request one, pretty confident they would have sent one out but I had my m240/m6 to tide me over.

[@troubadourNone]

how much did the service cost?

[@brianatkinsphotography]

$250 for the leather job and $500 for the lens repair

[@wanderlustdetailer]

How much did it end up costing to service and change the skin to blue? Thinking of changing the color too

[@brianatkinsphotography]

I think total was around $750, $500 for the lens repair, $250 for the skin change. If you check their site it should list the color options and price. If you dont need your camera repaired you can reach out to cameraleather.com for a skin, or try hugostudio.com as well. Then you can DIY it or have a local repair shop do it, price should be a fraction of the cost if you go that route.

[@RealVales]

Keep it up, good review

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Thanks m8

[@markielinhart]

Lovely images‼️✌️🇦🇺

[@brianatkinsphotography]

appreciate it

[@davidmascorro5636]

I need to send my Q in to have view finder replaced, apparently this is a known issue with the Q but potentially 4 months ?? not liking that.

[@hoboshogun]

What thumb grip did you spring for? I bought my Q last year and absolutley love the feel of it, great vid man!

[@brianatkinsphotography]

I got the match technical thumb grip

[@BarryBernau]

I love my Q

[@brianatkinsphotography]

That is what I tell myself daily 😂

[@nickdual]

I subscribed

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Appreciate it dude 🫶

[@mwales2112]

Love my Q (116) and pair it with my M10 for a great kit... Thanks

[@cryptobyt2403]

Q should be 35mm.

[@Zetaphotography]

If I ever consider a Q it will be the Monochrome.

[@mr_dowsett]

EVF went on my Q (2nd hand) Sent to Leica New Jersey... had to go to Germany Mind you when i got it second hand it was at 1.1M photos took 5 months

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Bummer, but all is well now and it’s still running? Was it the evf de-lamination where it has kind of a clear smear? Or the evf totally died? I was going to mention that as a known issue but felt it was out of context since I did not experience it and there is plenty of reports online.

[@mr_dowsett]

De-lam 100% Fixed and serviced by Leica, zero issues since I have a Q2 and I shoot it in b&w and I can see dead pixels in the evf... I sense another $600 and another trip to Germany will happen soon ... but it (again is second hand) a little knocked about from the pervious owner but generally fine

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Glad the Q is running smooth, but that sucks with the L on the Q2 evf. Hopefully it wont die entirely. I imagine it will be serviceable for a long long time though.

[@marleenvandam6931]

I sold mine : worst AF and ergonomics I had even seen in a camera!