ellisson
Well-known
That would be the Q camera I and others have been hoping for. Per Leica Rumors.
Godfrey
somewhat colored
I've seen the rumors in four places now and suspect that they might come to pass.
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ellisson
Well-known
Announcement is expected on Sept 27, this week.
eckhardf
Established
Oh wow!.... that's a terrific lens choice if true. I own the Pentax 43mm f1.9 lens in ltm mount and it's one of my favourite focal lengths.
I'm a bit disappointed that the lens appears to be about the same size as the existing 28mm - I was hoping for a more compact, pancake style lens that 40mm designs lend themselves to. It is supposed to be APO so maybe that's why.
I currently have both my kidneys so I suppose a Q3 43mm is not financially out of reach.
I'm a bit disappointed that the lens appears to be about the same size as the existing 28mm - I was hoping for a more compact, pancake style lens that 40mm designs lend themselves to. It is supposed to be APO so maybe that's why.
I currently have both my kidneys so I suppose a Q3 43mm is not financially out of reach.
ellisson
Well-known
Expecting the price will be similar to the Q3 28/1.7. Likewise, the lens length likely stays the same to keep the 'macro' or close focusing ability on the Q3 43/2.
gzisis69
Established
Strange lens decision since they have so many good 35 and 50mm lenses. Why didnt they make it 35mm ? i suppose to sell more m lenses on the go.
Freakscene
Obscure member
So it doesn’t compete. The Leica CL nearly killed the rest of the M cameras and Leica doesn’t want a repeat. It’s still a very good focal length.
CP93
Established
Rumor says $6000+
Out to Lunch
Ventor
My rumor has it at $6,800.
Retro-Grouch
Veteran
Or an even $6,000 with a gently used kidney in trade.
ellisson
Well-known
I'd go half a kidney....the've been doing that for a while now.
Ororaro
Well-known
I dunno… those Q cameras are all crippled.
gzisis69
Established
I have tried it on pentax limited and its a very strange focal length. Nor 35 nor 50. If they dont want to have such problems maybe they could reduce the prices. The cl was of course cheaper than the m cameras and it did very well. There is a reason why 40mm, although small and cheap in almost any system, doesnt get much love. Id happily consider a full frame 35 or 50mm with autofocus and leica but with such a price its coming out, without interchangeable lenses one must be sure that his favorite focal length is that.
Rayt
Nonplayer Character
Pancake lenses tend to be 40mm or 43mm so I guess Leica chose it for the lower profile?
Archlich
Well-known
I have a feeling that the lens might be even longer than the 28/1.7.
Coldkennels
Barnack-toting Brit.
It's already out in the wild:
Lens doesn't exactly look small - far from a pancake. People on Reddit are slating the grey leatherette/wrap, but I think it looks pretty good.
Lens doesn't exactly look small - far from a pancake. People on Reddit are slating the grey leatherette/wrap, but I think it looks pretty good.
ellisson
Well-known
I doubt lower, or 'pancake', lens profile was a consideration. Lens length is similar to that on the 28/1.7 Q3, with close ("macro") focus retained. The prime consideration was a longer non-cropped focal length and telephoto crops beyond those possible with the Q3. Some prefer 35mm, some prefer 50mm as their fav. FL; split the difference...some prefer neither one. You can't please all the people all the time, photogs included. But watch the sales take off.
Rayt
Nonplayer Character
I am going to wait for the Wetzler edition.
Godfrey
somewhat colored
The lens is bulky; I don't care. It suits the camera.
The styling on this camera appeals ot me a lot; there's something about it that instantly appeals to me. Not sure why.
I really don't care what "people on Reddit" are saying about it. LOL!
Bravo, Leica! Looks like a brilliant addition to the Q class. Now really tempt me and release the Q3 43 Monochrom.
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wlewisiii
Just another hotel clerk
Hopefully it will help drive the price of the first generation Q down to where mere mortals can imagine perhaps getting one...