Leica Leak: First Image and Specs of the Fixed-Lens Full Frame Leica Q

Following in the footsteps of Sony’s RX1, Leica is about to release its own fixed-lens full frame camera.

Leica fans have been expecting the camera ever since it was registered by a Taiwanese agency back in March, and the first image and full specs have finally leaked. Those wanting official information will have to wait another week.

Boasting the red-dot logo, the Leica Q (Type 116) is expected to not only be better than the Sony, but also be considerably more expensive.

Below are the leaked specs:

• Summilux 1: 1.7 / 28mm ASPH lens
• 24MP CMOS full-size sensor
• Made in Germany
• Full HD Video
• Built-in WiFi
• Remote control possible from smartphones and tablets
• Top cover constructed of machined aluminum
• Magnesium body
• Touch panel
• Focus peaking
• Live View zoom
• 3.68 million dots EVF
• New Maestro II image processing engine
• Up to 10fps in continuous shooting
• Top ISO of 50,000

The camera should be announced in an upcoming even in Munich on June 11^th and is estimated to cost 4,000€ (~4,500 USD).

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