Leica M vs Leica Q: Which One Is Right for You?

Are you ready to make the jump to Leica but can't decide between the autofocus convenience of the Q2 or the legendary manual experience of the M10? I’m breaking down which Leica system is right for your photography style and why one of these might just be the "gateway drug" you’ve been looking for. Shop Very Good Presets, LUTS, and gear: https://shopverygood.com/ Join the Very Good Discord:   / discord   Join the Patreon:   / daveherring   Visit me at https://dave.online/ Instagram:   / daveherring   Foto: https://the.fotoapp.co/dave Check out Harlowe Lighting and save using DAVE10: https://www.hobolite.com/discount/Dave10 My favorite strap (Use HERRING for 10% off): https://cleversupply.co?ref=9q5OV My favorite bag: https://backcountry.tnu8.net/k07qD0 insert for that bag: https://amzn.to/4fhbPf9 My Photo Kit: Leica M11P Safari: https://bhpho.to/4nqXyAa Leica M6: https://geni.us/H4NZTa Leica 28mm Summicron: https://geni.us/YAair Leica 35mm Summilux: https://geni.us/2xhIfkB Leica 50mm Summilux: https://geni.us/VtYro Leica 90mm Summarit: https://geni.us/sijs Cover Your RED DOT: https://geni.us/reddotcover/ My Video Kit: Sony A7SIII: https://geni.us/2ppkK Sony 16-35GM: https://geni.us/f5LTb Sony 50mm GM: https://geni.us/Etnf Sony 135GM: https://geni.us/PuyIF7 Mobile mic: https://bhpho.to/4dmP4WZ Studio mic: https://bhpho.to/49WxBlj Lens Accessories: VND#1: https://geni.us/wIwxkzI VND#2 (most used): https://geni.us/ULEmA CP: https://geni.us/DT5RBmt ProMist: https://geni.us/iB5zYbI My favorite mic: https://geni.us/4r7Q8xF My printer: https://geni.us/BbUcVOj Protect your gear: https://www.ppa.com/join/member-2-member I use Squarespace with a lot of custom coding for my website. Check out Squarespace here: https://squarespace.syuh.net/c/513183... Need additional footage? https://artlist.io/referral/6264182/Dave 00:00 - The Leica Dilemma: M System vs. Q System 01:00 - My journey from Sony and Fuji to Leica 02:16 - Why I sold my Fuji x100v for the Leica Q2 03:17 - Buying used: How I found my Q2 in a Starbucks 03:51 - My Leica Q2 setup: Grips, skins, and stealth logos 04:47 - The Powerhouse: 28mm Summilux fixed lens 06:01 - Who is the Leica Q2 actually for? 07:41 - The "Gateway Drug" and the limits of 28mm 08:58 - Enter the M10: A different kind of soul 09:16 - The Voigtlander 35mm Ultron: My favorite M-mount lens 10:45 - The pace of Rangefinder shooting vs. Mirrorless 11:26 - Interchangeable lenses and building a kit 12:33 - Sharing glass: Using the same lenses on the M6 film camera 13:23 - The long-term investment: Shelf life of M vs. Q 14:58 - Summary: Which system fits your lifestyle? 16:01 - Price Point & Resale Value: M10 vs. Q2 17:05 - Let's talk in the comments: Which one are you leaning towards? Which Leica should you buy first? This is the question I get asked most by photographers looking to transition from Sony, Canon, or Fujifilm into the Leica ecosystem. In this video, I compare the Leica Q2 and the Leica M10 to help you decide which system aligns with your creative workflow and long-term goals. Whether you're a street photographer, a portrait artist, or someone just looking for a more inspired everyday camera, this breakdown will help you navigate the leap into the world of the Red Dot. DISCLAIMER: Some of these links are affiliate links, meaning that if you click it and buy the service or product, they give me a small commission for sending you. This is a small way I support this channel, and making videos like this one.