Leica Q3 Black Paint Finish

Full-Frame Sensor with Triple Resolution Technology

Capture the world with unparalleled brilliance and detail with the 60 MP resolution of the Leica Q3’s full-frame sensor. For those who prefer smaller file sizes, the Q3 also offers options to select either 36MP or 18MP resolution settings for DNG and JPG files. Regardless of the chosen resolution, the Q3 always uses the full size of the sensor with an impressive ISO range from ISO 50 up to ISO 100.000. The latest generation of the Maestro Series processor with L² Technology ensures excellent operating speed.

Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH. lens with integrated macro mode

A true masterpiece of optical design. The superior Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH. lens with optical image stabilization captures all the light you need to bring your creative vision to life. This fixed 28mm prime lens also features an integrated macro mode, allowing you to reveal finest details in stunning close-ups from a minimum distance of just 17cm.

Advanced autofocus system

The Leica Q3 features a state-of-the-art hybrid autofocus system to ensure that no decisive moment will be missed. With its combination of a highly accurate contrast autofocus and depth from defocus system with a fast phase detection Autofocus, it provides high speed and precision when focusing and tracking objects. An intelligent subject recognition further supports the perfect shot.

Tiltable display and 5.76MP OLED viewfinder

With its tiltable display the Q3 adds new possibilities to your street photography. A high quality and durable tilting mechanism enriches the possibilities for shooting in unusual angles and provides you with more creative freedom. For those who prefer the classic way of composition, the excellent OLED viewfinder with 5.76 Megapixel and an elaborate optical construction shows a pristine and crystal-clear image of the subject.

Super-fast and convenient connectivity

Take your mobile workflows to the next level with transfer speeds up to 10 times faster than its predecessor. The MIMO feature of the Q3 significantly increases both the stability of the connection and the data transfer rate with the Leica FOTOS App. Additional Leica FOTOS features such as transferring videos from your camera to the app, importing special Leica Looks, and various connection modes from Eco to Performance enhance your mobile workflow with the Leica Q3. Tethered shooting with Capture One or the Adobe Lightroom plug-in is also supported via the USB-C cable connection.

Up to 8k-Video and multiple video formats

Compact but powerful. The Leica Q3 is now even better for video creators. Capture amazing video with up to 8K resolution and a full set of codecs, from the highly efficient video codec .h265 to ProRes from Apple. With the new USB-C port and the HDMI port, the camera can be easily connected to other devices such as gimbals, power banks or external display recorders.

Made for iPhone® and iPad®

The Leica Q3 is a certified Made for iPhone® and iPad® product. As such it integrates seamlessly into the Apple Eco System with advanced connectivity features. Simply connect your Leica Q3 to your iPhone using the included Leica FOTOS cable for image and video downloads and control of your camera with the Leica FOTOS app. For iPads with an USB-C connector, you can use the original USB-C cable of your device.

Wireless charging with stylish accessories

Keep your Leica Q3 always on duty with the optional handgrip and the Leica Charging Pad that enables wireless charging for your camera. A stylish and practical accessory that not only looks good but is also the most convenient way to keep the camera’s battery fully charged and ready to shoot.

Leica Q3 Digital Camera
Leica BP-SCL6 Lithium-Ion Battery (8.4V, 2200mAh)
Leica BC-SCL4 Battery Charger
Lens Hood
Lens Cap
Accessory Shoe Cover
Leather Carrying Strap
Leica FOTOS Cable
Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty

Camera:
Leica Q3
Camera type:
Digital 35 mm compact camera
Storage medium:
UHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
Material:
Full metal housing: magnesium die-cast, leather covering, protection type IP52
Buffer memory:
8 GB Capacity, depending on frame rate and picture format, estimated quantity (number of possible images in the buffer memory)
Sensor size:
CMOS sensor, 62.39 MP/60.3 MP (total/effective)
Processor:
Leica Maestro series (Maestro IV)
Filter:
RGB color filter, UV/IR filter, no low-pass filter
File formats:
Photo: DNG™ (raw data), DNG + JPG, JPG (DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31)
Video: MP4, MOV
Image resolutione:
DNG: 60.3 MP, 36.5 MP, and 18.6 MP
JPG: 60.3 MP, 36.4 MP, and 18.5 MP
File size:
DNG™: approx. 70 MB, depending on resolution and image content
JPG: depending on resolution and image content
Video: max. length: 29 min
Color depth:
DNG™: 14 bit
JPG: 8 bit
Color space:
Photo: sRGB
Video Resolution:
C8K (17:9) 8192 x 4320, 8K (16:9) 7680 x 4320, C4K (17:9) 4096 x 2160, 4K (16:9) 3840 x 2160, Full HD (16:9) 1920 x 1080
Lens:
Leica Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH., 11 lenses in 9 segments, 3 aspherical lens areas
Lens filter thread:
E49
Digital Zoom:
Optionally approx. 1.25x (equivalent to 35 mm), approx. 1.8x (equivalent to 50 mm), approx. 2.7x (equivalent to 75 mm), or
approx. 3.2x (equivalent to 90 mm)
Image stabilization:
Visual compensation system for photos and video recordings
Aperture range:
F1.7 to F16 in 1⁄3 EV increments
Viewfinder (EVF):
Resolution: 5,760,000 dots, 120 fps, magnification: 0.79x at aspect ratio: 4:3 / 0.76x at aspect ratio: 3:2, frame coverage:
100%, exit pupil position: 20.75 mm, setting range -4/+2 dpt, with eye sensor for automatic switchover between viewfinder and LCD panel, time delay 0.005 s
LCD panel:
3” TFT LCD, approx. 1,843,200 dots, 384 ppi, aspect ratio 3:2, touch panel
Shutter types:
Mechanical central shutter or optional electronic shutter
Shutter speeds:
Mech. shutter: 120 s to 1⁄2000 s
Electro. shutter function: 1 s to 1⁄16000 s
Flash Synchronization: up to 1⁄2000 s
Shutter button:
Two-stage
(1st stage: Activation of the camera electronics including autofocus and exposure metering, 2nd stage: Taking the picture)
Self-timer:
Delay time: 2 s or 12 s
Drive Mode:
Single, Interval Shooting, Exposure Bracketing, Continuous shooting:
LCD panel:
3” TFT LCD, approx. 1,843,200 dots, 384 ppi, aspect ratio 3:2, touch panel
Shutter types:
Mechanical central shutter or optional electronic shutter
Shutter speeds:
Mech. shutter: 120 s to 1⁄2000 s
Electro. shutter function: 1 s to 1⁄16000 s
Flash Synchronization: up to 1⁄2000 s
Shutter button:
Two-stage
(1st stage: Activation of the camera electronics including autofocus and exposure metering, 2nd stage: Taking the picture)
Self-timer:
Delay time: 2 s or 12 s
Drive Mode:
Single, Interval Shooting, Exposure Bracketing, Continuous shooting:
Focus range:
30 cm to ∞
With macro setting: from 17 cm
Focus mode:
Automatic or manual
Autofocus system:
Hybrid-AF due to combination of contrast metering, depth mapping, and phase comparison metering with AF metering
points in the sensor.
Autofocus modes:
Intelligent AF (autonomously selects AFs and AFc), AFs, AFc, AF setting can be saved, optional Touch AF
Autofocus metering methods:
Spot (can be shifted), Field (can be shifted and scaled), Multi-Field, Zone (can be shifted), Eye/Face/Body Detection,
Eye/Face/Body + Animal Detection, Tracking
Autofocus metering fields:
315
Exposure metering:
TTL (exposure metering through the lens), with working aperture:
Metering principle:
Exposure metering is done by the image sensor for all exposure metering methods (in Live View mode and in rangefinder mode)
Exposure metering methods:
Spot, Center-Weighted, Highlight-Weighted, Multi-Field
Exposure modes:
Program AE mode (P)
Aperture-priority mode (A): manual aperture setting
Shutter-priority mode (S): manual shutter-speed setting
Manual (M): manual setting for shutter speed and aperture
Various fully automated variants (Scene Mode):
AUTO, Sport, Portrait, Landscape, Night Portrait, Snow/Beach, Fireworks, Candlelight, Sunset, Digiscoping
Exposure compensation:
±3 EV in 1⁄3 EV increments
Automatic bracketing:
3 or 5 frames, graduations between shoots up to 3 EV, in 1⁄3 EV increments
additional optional exposure compensation: up to ±3 EV
ISO sensitivity range:
Auto: ISO 100 to ISO 100 000.
Manual: ISO 50 to ISO 100 000
White balance:
Automatic (Auto), default (Daylight, Cloudy, Shadow, Tungsten, Flash), manual metering (Gray card) , manual color temperature
settings (Color Temperature, 2000 K to 11500 K)
Flash unit connector:
Via the accessory shoe
Flash sync time:
1⁄2000 s, slower shutter speeds available, automatic changeover to TTL linear flash mode with HSS-compatible Leica
system flash units if sync time is undercut
Flash exposure metering:
Using center-weighted TTL pre-flash metering with Leica flash units (SF 26, SF 40, SF 58, SF 60, SF 64) or with system-
compatible flash units, remote controlled flash SF C1
Flash exposure compensation:
SF 40: ±2 EV in 1⁄2 EV increments
SF 60: ±2 EV in 1⁄3 EV increments
Microphone:
Stereo
Speaker:
Mono
WLAN:
WLAN function for connecting to the Leica FOTOS app. The Leica app is available from the Apple App Store™ or the Google Play Store™
Bluetooth:
Bluetooth 5.0 LE: Channel 0–39 (2402–2480 MHz), maximum output (e.i.r.p.): 10 dBm
GPS:
Not available everywhere due to country-specific legislation; can be added via the Leica FOTOS app. Data is written to Exif header of the picture files
Menu languages:
English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean
Rechargeable battery (Leica BP-SCL6):
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery, rated voltage: 7.2 V (DC); capacity: 2200 mAh (min.), 350 shots (based on CIPA standard, with All Displays Auto Off = 5 s); manufacturer: Panasonic Energy (Wuxi) Co. Ltd., Made in China
Charger (Leica BC-SCL4):
Input: AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.25 A, automatic switchover; output: DC 8.4 V 0.85 A; manufacturer: Salom Electric (Xiamen) Co., Ltd., Made in China
Charging via USB:
During operation: 9 V/3 A (min. 27 W)
With camera switched off: 5 V/1500 mA (2.5 W or greater)
Wireless Charging:
Optimal performance with 9 V chargers (10 W Charging Pad required)
Dimensions (W x H x D):
5.12 × 3.15 × 3.62 in
Weight:
22.5/25.3 oz. (without/with battery)