Upgrade Guide

Leica M10→Leica Q

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Leica

M10

£8,516

2017

→

Upgrade to

Leica

£1,266 used (-£7,250)

2015

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the M10. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the Q

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	M10	Q
Price	£8,516	£1,266 used
Released	2017	2015	↓
Sensor	24MP Full-Frame CMOS	24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS
Resolution	24MP	24MP	↑
Video	—	1080p/60p
Autofocus	Manual focus (rangefinder coupled)	Contrast-detect AF, 49 AF fields, face detection
Stabilisation	No stabilisation	No stabilisation
Burst Rate	5fps	10fps	↑
Battery Life	~220 shots (CIPA)	~270 shots (CIPA)	↑
Weight	660g (with battery and card)	640g (with battery and card)	↑
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Not weather sealed
Viewfinder	Optical rangefinder, 0.73× magnification	EVF, 3.68M dots, 0.68× magnification
Screen	3.0" fixed LCD, 1.04M dots	3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M dots
Mount	Leica M-mount	Fixed Leica Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH
Memory Cards	Single SD UHS-I slot	Single SD UHS-I slot

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