Camera Details
Leica
Q3
$5,995~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: June 3, 2023
Who it's for
The Leica Q3 is a 60.3MP full-frame mirrorless camera, aimed at high-resolution detail work. Here's where it fits and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Video and filmmaking — 8K capture, 10-bit internal and Log.
- ✓Landscapes, studio and big prints — 60.3MP of detail with room to crop.
- ✓Fast-moving subjects — 15fps continuous shooting.
- ✓Low-light and events — a large full-frame sensor and ISO to 100,000.
Keep in mind
- !No in-body stabilisation — you'll lean on stabilised lenses for slow handheld shots.
- !Single card slot — no in-camera backup, which matters for critical paid jobs.
Full-Frame
Sensor
60.3MP
Resolution
8K
Max Video
−
IBIS
15fps
Burst
−
AF Points
Full Specifications
Imaging
| Sensor Type | BSI CMOS |
|---|---|
| Sensor Size | Full-Frame |
| Image Processor | Maestro IV |
| Effective Resolution | 60.3 MP |
| Lens Mount | Fixed Lens |
| Built-in Lens | 28mm f/1.7 ASPH |
Exposure Control
| ISO Range (Native) | 50 – 100000 |
|---|---|
| ISO Range (Extended) | − |
| Mechanical Shutter | 1/2000 |
| Electronic Shutter | 1/40000 |
| Flash Sync Speed | − |
| Built-in Flash | No |
Still Image Capture
| Continuous Shooting | 15 fps |
|---|
Video Capture
| Max Resolution | 8K |
|---|---|
| 8K Recording | Up to 30p |
| 4K Recording | Up to 60p |
| 1080p Recording | − |
| 10-bit Internal | Yes |
| Recording Limit | No limit |
| Log Profiles | L-Log |
| Built-in Mic | − |
| Headphone Jack | No |
| Mic Input | No |
| HDMI Output | Micro (Type D) |
Focus
| Phase Detect Points | − |
|---|---|
| Contrast Detect Points | − |
| Low Light AF | − |
| Eye AF | Yes |
| Animal AF | No |
| Vehicle AF | No |
Viewfinder
| EVF Type | OLED |
|---|---|
| EVF Resolution | 5.76M dots |
| EVF Magnification | 0.79x |
Monitor
| LCD Size | 3" |
|---|---|
| LCD Resolution | 1.84M dots |
| LCD Type | Tilting |
| Touch Screen | Yes |
Interface
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | v5.0 |
| USB | USB-C |
| Memory Card Slots | 1x SD UHS-II |
| GPS | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $5,995 |
|---|---|
| Body Material | Magnesium |
| Dimensions | 130×80.3×92.6 mm |
| Weight | 743g (1.64 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| In-Body Stabilization | No |
| Battery Life (EVF) | − |
| Battery Life (LCD) | 350 shots |
| Battery Type | BP-SCL6 |
