Nice Video! Only accessory I purchased for my Q2 is the Leica Handgrip which I really like. I also purchased an extra battery (which I've never needed when out shooting so I quit carrying it). The lens cap stays at home when I go out with the camera - I don't use any kind of lens cap at all when out. I missed too many shots fumbling with lens caps in the past! ;) The standard Leica strap works fine for me. If I feel the need to "store" the camera when I'm out shooting or traveling, I use one of my Domke FX5Bs which I've used for many years with all sorts of cameras. They helped me overcome the "carrying way too much gear" syndrome that I used to have.
Great video and thanks for sharing your thoughts and ideas. I am a new Leica Q2 owner and the strap I ended up with is made by Eddycam in Germany. They make wonderful Elk hide camera straps that are super high quality, light weight, and soft on the neck. I love the Peak Design straps and use them on my Fuji cameras. The downside to Peak for me was the dongle doesn’t fit in the silver connector on the Leica camera; the threads are too thick. That is when I discovered Eddycam straps. I do like your idea of the camera body cover and I will be checking into that soon. Look forward to more of your Leica Q2 videos. There are not many videos on this camera so that would be helpful to hear how your shooting experience is going.
Mine has the Match Technical lens cap like yours, the Leica thumb grip and the Leica handgrip as well as the original strap. Since September 2019, this has been a wonderful camera. Thank you for your insights, Bart
You guys put your hearts and soul in what you make you can feel it in the products + the Peak Design integration makes them so convenient. Keep rock and rolling 🤘🏻
Good video! I use the Leica grip on my Q2M and don't feel the need for a thumb grip. Easy on and off and unlike the CL Leica grip it does have a tripod socket for when I want to use the 3 Legged Thing L bracket. I've used the Peak system on other cameras but have become a big fan of Lucky straps. Real leather and a clever quick release system with a very minimal amount of metal involved.
Great list! I especially like that rubber cap as I just know I’m going to lose the metal one. The half case looks nice, but it would be great to have quick access to the battery and SD card.
I like the idea of the rubber cap, but, I'm perfectly happy with the stock Q2. I'd be curious to feel how the thumb rest feels, but my camera feels pretty comfortable as is.
There are plenty of leather camera cases for the Q2 with access points built in for the battery and SD card. Since Leica have got rid of the fixed bottom plate it seems a pity to choose a case with no access points underneath,
The UV filter increases internal reflections and is lower quality glass compared to the summilux … so it’s kind of a downgrade / compromise ( higher internal reflection / lower contrast ) You will be fine with just the lens hood.. the Leica glasses are far more scratch resistant than the filter on top of it anyways … I don’ know, whatever… ✌️ Have a wonderful day
thank you Fed is the thumb grip interchangeable with the Q3 as protection I use uv filters I don’t like the easily lost lens cap I do like the half cover
Fred, nice video. Just recently purchased a Q2. Will pick these items up. But, do you have a recommendation for a backpack for the Q2 and a travel tripod and possibly a 15 inch MacBook? Thanks
@@FredRanger Appreciate the quick response. Selling a Nikon Df and a few lenses, done carrying stuff around, but would either bag handle a travel tripod?
These are the accessories I use to enhance my shooting experience on the Leica Q2. What are yours?
Nice Video!
Only accessory I purchased for my Q2 is the Leica Handgrip which I really like. I also purchased an extra battery (which I've never needed when out shooting so I quit carrying it). The lens cap stays at home when I go out with the camera - I don't use any kind of lens cap at all when out. I missed too many shots fumbling with lens caps in the past! ;) The standard Leica strap works fine for me.
If I feel the need to "store" the camera when I'm out shooting or traveling, I use one of my Domke FX5Bs which I've used for many years with all sorts of cameras. They helped me overcome the "carrying way too much gear" syndrome that I used to have.
Great video and thanks for sharing your thoughts and ideas. I am a new Leica Q2 owner and the strap I ended up with is made by Eddycam in Germany. They make wonderful Elk hide camera straps that are super high quality, light weight, and soft on the neck. I love the Peak Design straps and use them on my Fuji cameras. The downside to Peak for me was the dongle doesn’t fit in the silver connector on the Leica camera; the threads are too thick. That is when I discovered Eddycam straps. I do like your idea of the camera body cover and I will be checking into that soon. Look forward to more of your Leica Q2 videos. There are not many videos on this camera so that would be helpful to hear how your shooting experience is going.
Mine has the Match Technical lens cap like yours, the Leica thumb grip and the Leica handgrip as well as the original strap. Since September 2019, this has been a wonderful camera. Thank you for your insights, Bart
Man lovely kit you have here, Fred! Thanks for including the Anchor strap! That Q2 is 🤩
You guys put your hearts and soul in what you make you can feel it in the products + the Peak Design integration makes them so convenient. Keep rock and rolling 🤘🏻
Good video! I use the Leica grip on my Q2M and don't feel the need for a thumb grip. Easy on and off and unlike the CL Leica grip it does have a tripod socket for when I want to use the 3 Legged Thing L bracket. I've used the Peak system on other cameras but have become a big fan of Lucky straps. Real leather and a clever quick release system with a very minimal amount of metal involved.
Great list! I especially like that rubber cap as I just know I’m going to lose the metal one. The half case looks nice, but it would be great to have quick access to the battery and SD card.
That rubber cap is definitely fixing that « way too heavy wont stay on and will loose it » original Leica one problem ;-)
I’m a big peak design fan too. Lets me use a variety of straps.
I like the idea of the rubber cap, but, I'm perfectly happy with the stock Q2. I'd be curious to feel how the thumb rest feels, but my camera feels pretty comfortable as is.
it falls off
it drives me nuts! going to order the one in the video
There are plenty of leather camera cases for the Q2 with access points built in for the battery and SD card. Since Leica have got rid of the fixed bottom plate it seems a pity to choose a case with no access points underneath,
Yup, those options are great too
For My Q3 its: Oberwerth Tag Case, Leica Zegna Vicuna Strap, Leica UV filter, Leica Brass Button. I don't think I'll need any other accessories!?
I think you’re pretty good with that kit. Happy shooting!
The UV filter increases internal reflections and is lower quality glass compared to the summilux … so it’s kind of a downgrade / compromise ( higher internal reflection / lower contrast )
You will be fine with just the lens hood.. the Leica glasses are far more scratch resistant than the filter on top of it anyways …
I don’ know, whatever… ✌️
Have a wonderful day
Thanks for your feedback!
thank you Fed is the thumb grip interchangeable with the Q3 as protection I use uv filters I don’t like the easily lost lens cap
I do like the half cover
The Q3 has 2 function buttons vs 1 for the Q2 so the Q2 thumbrest might not be ideal for the Q3
Fred, nice video. Just recently purchased a Q2. Will pick these items up. But, do you have a recommendation for a backpack for the Q2 and a travel tripod and possibly a 15 inch MacBook? Thanks
Thanks for the feedback and welcome to the Q2 fan club ;) for the bag, I really like the Ona bags products like this one: amzn.to/3imMCEF
For a more « general purpose bag that can fit more, I live my Wandrd 21 litres bag. I have this one: amzn.to/34VwuqP
@@FredRanger Appreciate the quick response. Selling a Nikon Df and a few lenses, done carrying stuff around, but would either bag handle a travel tripod?
The Wandrd definitely will on one of the side pocket!
Thank you, will look for it.
Thanks for the video. Can you provide a link for the lens cap?
Sure thing. Here it is: shop.camtecphoto.com/en/Leica/Match-Technical-Lens-Cap-LC-SR-01-for-Leica-Q-Q-P-and-Q2/
@@FredRanger Thanks! Price seems very reasonable.
HI FRED WHERE TO BUY NICE RUBBER HOOD
It’s this one right here: bhpho.to/3BSbY79
What’s the uv filter size and brand please?
it's a 49mm filter thread and I'm using these ones: geni.us/8FKy
I ordered the lens cap. My wife wants to axe murder me every time the metal Q2 cap falls to the ground. To save my marriage, I ordered the rubber cap.
Haha, probably the smartest thing to do. Buy a cap, save a marriage ;-)
Where is th elink on lens cap?
It’s on the side. There is a little hook where you can attache a little red coward that comes with it that attaches to the camera strap anchors.
I think he was referring to the product link. I was looking for it too.
Sure there it is: bhpho.to/2UE5IK0
lens cap, not lens hood
I paid $45 for the thumb rest, yours cost , what, $250? 🙄
Mine came with the camera.
@@FredRanger Nice.
I stopped after I saw how dusty dirty was your camera.. 😂
Haha, I guess I should do a cleanup for next video 😂
Yeah, you are celebrating the quality of the lens, just to put other “crappy” glas in front of it???? 😂😂😂
Can you help me understand what you mean by « crappy »?
@@FredRanger Filter