Gurgling GAS: I know I can feel it. I’m trying to avoid it. So far successful, but I feel like I’m losing the battle. I am a Nikonite, through and through. I have a pair of Z9’s, and a...

Robertl594 Loc: Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and Nantucket

I know I can feel it. I’m trying to avoid it. So far successful, but I feel like I’m losing the battle.

I am a Nikonite, through and through. I have a pair of Z9’s, and a D850 with dozens of lenses.

I recently went on a photo workshop to Malta and Sicily with a group of photographers, pros and nearly pros. There were several Leicas present.

Swore I was not going to jump into that, but I feel that I am beginning to crack.

So, here is my ponderance, Q2 or Q3?

The images that come from these cameras are intriguing to me. The size of the camera is small enough to not be intrusive as my Z9 with a 2.8 lens.

But, a whole new system to deal with. And it’s not cheap.

I am always the first to encourage others to buy the camera gear they want, but this is me, not someone else.

tradio Loc: Oxford, Ohio

I have the Q2M and it is the standard for street photography. I love it.

mr spock Loc: Fairfield CT

Robertl594 wrote:

I know I can feel it. I’m trying to avoid it. So f... (show quote)

The situation sounds critical. Take 3 Advils and call me in the morning. Life is short. If you can afford it go for it.

Celtis87

What is life without a challenge? As someone else said, if you can afford it, why not?

AFPhoto Loc: Jamestown, RI, USA

I just ordered the Q3. My rationale was that the 60 mps and the 90mm crop will render this camera useful in more than Street. At my advanced age I am lightening my load every where that I can. Also. Inn this strata of price (6000K) the saving to go with the Q2 is not all that much.

Robertl594 Loc: Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and Nantucket

mr spock wrote:

The situation sounds critical. Take 3 Advils and call me in the morning. Life is short. If you can afford it go for it.

Thank you. Just what I want to hear!

Robertl594 Loc: Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and Nantucket

I knew I came to the right place for the advice, support and encouragement I wanted to hear!
Thank you all
Haha.

Robertl594 Loc: Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and Nantucket

AFPhoto wrote:

I just ordered the Q3. My rationale was that the 60 mps and the 90mm crop will render this camera useful in more than Street. At my advanced age I am lightening my load every where that I can. Also. Inn this strata of price (6000K) the saving to go with the Q2 is not all that much.

Good data for consideration!

jwreed50 Loc: Manassas, VA

I traded in my Q2 for the new Q3 a few weeks ago, and I am extremely pleased with it. In my view, it’s the ideal travel camera. Higher MP resolution and better autofocus system; great Summilux lens. I know they’re hard to find right now, but it’s worth the wait.

I use my Nikon Z8 for other situations, but the Q3 is a great street camera.

Robertl594 Loc: Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and Nantucket

jwreed50 wrote:

I traded in my Q2 for the new Q3 a few weeks ago, and I am extremely pleased with it. In my view, it’s the ideal travel camera. Higher MP resolution and better autofocus system; great Summilux lens. I know they’re hard to find right now, but it’s worth the wait.

I use my Nikon Z8 for other situations, but the Q3 is a great street camera.

Thank you. You are confirming my analysis.

camerapapi Loc: Miami, Fl.

Will I buy a camera with a fixed lens? I do not believe so. Will I pay $6000? I do not believe so either. I know life is short but in my case the money I have available is short too.
I have never been a Leica fan. It is my belief that good optic is good optic regardless of the manufacturer. If I had a Z9 I would be perfectly happy.

I know that you want to hear others saying that you should invest in a Leica so I do not fit in that category. I use Olympus cameras, old cameras by the way and in my case I have been highly satisfied with the results I get from them in my photography. I am not saying go with Olympus, you have decided that a Leica is better for you and so should be it. As others have said, life is short.

I am sure a Leica is not going to improve on what you do now with the Z9. Just my opinion.

Architect1776 Loc: In my mind

camerapapi wrote:

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tcthome Loc: NJ

Robertl594 wrote:

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Q3. I guess you can live with the one focal length for everything you will shoot with it?

insman1132 Loc: Southwest Florida

Robert! you are only here once!! For a short time, compared to eternity! If you want it, and can afford it, enjoy it!!

BurghByrd Loc: Pittsburgh

Robertl594 wrote:

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I certainly understand the allure of a compact high resolution full frame high MP system. Although it doesn't quite check all the same boxes I chose to use Nikon's Z7ii with a 28mm lens to fill the need of a more compact system for urban wandering because I'm allready invested in Nikon gear.

If you choose to jump on the Q3 please share the results and fun of using it.