Upgrade Guide

Leica M10→Leica Q2

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

You own

Leica

M10

£8,516

2017

→

Upgrade to

Leica

£4,987 (-£3,529)

2019

✅

Strong upgrade

The Q2 improves across 5 key areas at a reasonable price gap. Most M10 owners will notice the difference.

What's new in the Q2

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	Q2
Price	£8,516	£4,987
Released	2017	2019	↑
Sensor	24MP Full-Frame CMOS	Full-frame CMOS 35mm
Resolution	24MP	47MP	↑
Video	—	4K 30fps, 1080p 120fps
Autofocus	Manual focus (rangefinder coupled)	Contrast-detect AF with manual override
Stabilisation	No stabilisation	Optical IS
Burst Rate	5fps	10fps	↑
Battery Life	~220 shots (CIPA)	340 shots (CIPA)	↑
Weight	660g (with battery and card)	718g (with battery and card)	↓
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Yes	↑
Viewfinder	Optical rangefinder, 0.73× magnification	EVF 0.79× 3.68M-dot
Screen	3.0" fixed LCD, 1.04M dots	3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M-dot
Mount	Leica M-mount	Fixed 28mm f/1.7 Summilux-C ASPH
Memory Cards	Single SD UHS-I slot	Single SD UHS-II

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