Leica Q2 Monochrom Q2 Monochrom Black 2019
Leica
74 Overall Score
vs
Smartklik R10-Black
Smartklik
44 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Leica Q2 Monochrom Q2 Monochrom Black 2019
95 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
The Leica Q2 Monochrom is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional black-and-white image quality, robust build, and intuitive controls. Users highlight its stunning low-light performance, sharp 28mm lens, and the liberating experience of focusing solely on contrast and structure. A few minor concerns about early autofocus issues have been resolved with firmware updates, and the high price is noted but accepted for the quality.
Pros
- Exceptional black-and-white image quality
- Stunning low-light performance
- Sharp 28mm Leica lens
- Robust and beautiful build
- Intuitive menu system
Cons
- High price point
- Early autofocus issues (resolved with firmware)
- No color option for monochrome model
- Expensive spare battery
Image quality 8
Build quality 5
Low light performance 4
Lens quality 4
Autofocus 3
Value for money 3
Smartklik R10-Black
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Specifications
| Leica Q2 Monochrom Q2 Monochrom | Smartklik R10-Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | — |
| Megapixels | 47.29999923706055 MP | 75 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | Maestro II | — |
| Autofocus | ||
| Eye AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 10 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/40000 | — |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓★ | — |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 fps★ | — |
| 1080p FPS | 60 fps★ | — |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | — |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | H.264/MP4 | — |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓★ | — |
| Articulating | ✗ | ✓★ |
| EVF Resolution | 1.0M dots★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.73 kg | 0.23 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 400 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓★ | — |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI★ | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Leica Q2 Monochrom Q2 Monochrom Black 2019
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
Smartklik R10-Black
- Strong connectivity (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong sensor (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong display (71st percentile)
- Below average build (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average burst (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Leica Q2 Monochrom Q2 Monochrom Black 20190.186score per dollar
vs
Smartklik R10-Black0.630score per dollar
Smartklik R10-Black offers 3.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Leica Q2 Monochrom Q2 Monochrom
Scores 74 overall, wins 7 of 10 usage categories and 13 of 28 specs.
