Leica Q3

Unique. Just like you.

Material number : 19080

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.

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.


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.

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.

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

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.

Camera typeDigital 35 mm compact camera
Dimensions130 x 80,3 x 92,6 mm
WeightApprox. 743 g/658 g (with/without battery)
MaterialFull metal housing: magnesium die-cast, leather covering, protection type IP52
Buffer memory8 GB
Sensor sizeCMOS-Sensor, 62,39 MP/60,3 MP (total/effective)
Storage mediumUHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
Operating conditions0 °C to +40 °C
InterfacesISO accessory shoe with additional control contacts for Leica flash units, HDMI jack Type D, USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type C up to 10 Gbps
Tripod threadA 1/4 DIN 4503 (1/4”) with stainless steel in the basen
ProcessorLeica Maestro series (Maestro IV)
FilterRGB color filter, UV/IR filter, no low-pass filter
File formatsPhoto:
DNG™ (raw data), DNG + JPG, JPG (DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31)
Video: 
MP4
h.265 / AAC / 48 kHz (16 Bit)
h.264 AAC 48 kHz/16 Bit
MOV
h.265 / LPCM / 28 kHz (24 Bit)
h.264 / LPCM / 28 kHz (24 Bit)
ProRes / LPCM / 28 kHz (24 Bit)
Image resolutionDNG™
9520 x 6336 Pixel (60,3 MP)
7404 x 4928 Pixel (36,5 MP)
5288 x 3518 Pixel (18,6 MP)
JPG
9520 x 6336 Pixel (60,3 MP)
7392 x 4928 Pixel (36,4 MP)
5280 x 3512 Pixel (18,5 MP)
File sizeDNG™: approx. 70 MB, depending on resolution and image content
JPG: depending on resolution and image content
Video: max. length: 29 min
Color depthDNG™: 14 Bit
JPG: 8 Bit
Color spaceFoto: sRGB
Video ResolutionC8K (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
Video frame rate/bit rateMOV C8K (recording to SD)
29,97 fps C8K 4:2:0 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
25,00 fps C8K 4:2:0 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
24,00 fps C8K 4:2:0 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
23,98 fps C8K 4:2:0 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
MOV C8K (HDMI output without HLG/L-Log and without recording to SD)
29,97 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 8 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
25,00 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 8 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
24,00 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 8 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
23,98 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 8 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
MOV C8K (HDMI output with HLG/L-Log or during recording to SD)
29,97 fps C4K 4:2:2 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
25,00 fps C4K 4:2:2 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
24,00 fps C4K 4:2:2 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
23,98 fps C4K 4:2:2 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
MOV 8K (recording to SD)
29,97 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
25,00 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
24,00 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
23,98 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
MOV 8K (HDMI output without HLG/L-Log and without recording to SD)
29,97 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 8 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
25,00 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 8 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
24,00 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 8 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
23,98 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 8 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
MOV 8K (HDMI output with HLG/L-Log or during recording to SD)
29,97 fps 4K 4:2:2 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
25,00 fps 4K 4:2:2 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
24,00 fps 4K 4:2:2 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
23,98 fps 4K 4:2:2 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
MOV C4K
59,94 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 600 Mbps
50,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 600 Mbps
48,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD) h.264 ALL-I 600 Mbps
24,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (HDMI)
47,95 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD) h.264 ALL-I 600 Mbps
23,98 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (HDMI)
29,97 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
25,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
24,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
23,98 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
MOV 4K
59,94 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 600 Mbps
50,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 600 Mbps
48,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD) h.264 ALL-I 600 Mbps
24,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (HDMI)
47,95 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD) h.264 ALL-I 600 Mbps
23,98 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (HDMI)
29,97 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
25,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
24,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
23,98 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
MOV FHD
119,88 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
100,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 400 Mbps
59,94 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
50,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
48,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD) h.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
24,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (HDMI)
47,95 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD) h.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
23,98 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (HDMI)
29,97 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
25,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
24,00 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
23,98 fps 4:2:2 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 ALL-I 200 Mbps
MOV FHD Slow Motion
Sensor: 119,88 fps 4:2:0 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.265 L-GOP 100 Mbps
Recording/Playback: 29.97 fps
Sensor: 100,00 fps 4:2:0 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.265 L-GOP 100 Mbps
Recording/Playback: 25,00 fps
MOV FHD ProRes
59,94 fps 422HQ ProRes 454 Mbps
50,00 fps 422HQ ProRes 378 Mbps
29,97 fps 422HQ ProRes 227 Mbps
25,00 fps 422HQ ProRes 189 Mbps
24,00 fps 422HQ ProRes 182 Mbps
23,98 fps 422HQ ProRes 181 Mbps
MP4 8K
MP4 8K (recording to SD)
29,97 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
25,00 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
23,98 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
MP4 8K (HDMI output without recording to SD)
29,97 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 8 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
25,00 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 8 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
23,98 fps 8K 4:2:0 / 8 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
MP4 8K (HDMI output during recording to SD))
29,97 fps 4K 4:2:2 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
25,00 fps 4K 4:2:2 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
23,98 fps 4K 4:2:2 / 10 Bit h.265 L-GOP 300 Mbps
MP4 4K
59,94 fps 4:2:0 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.265 L-GOP 100 Mbps
50,00 fps 4:2:0 / 10 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.265 L-GOP 100 Mbps
29,97 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 L-GOP 100 Mbps
25,00 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 L-GOP 100 Mbps
23,98 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 L-GOP 100 Mbps
MP4 FHD
59,94 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 L-GOP 28 Mbps
50,00 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 L-GOP 28 Mbps
29,97 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 L-GOP 20 Mbps
25,00 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 L-GOP 20 Mbps
23,98 fps 4:2:0 / 8 Bit (SD & HDMI) h.264 L-GOP 24 Mbps
Lens
DesignationLeica Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH., 11 lenses in 9 segments, 3 aspherical lens surfaces
Lens filter threadE49
Digital zoomOptionally 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 stabilizationVisual compensation system for photos and video recordings
Aperture rangeF1.7 to F16 in 1/3 EV increments
Viewfinder/Display
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
Display3” TFT LCD, approx. 1,843,200 dots, 384 ppi, aspect ratio 3:2, touch panel
Shutter
Shutter typeMechanical central shutter or optional electronic shutter
Shutter speedsMech. shutter: 120 s to 1/2000 s
Electro. shutter function: 1 s to 1/16000 s
Flash Synchronization: up to 1/2000 s
Shutter buttonTwo-stage
(1st stage: Activation of the camera electronics including autofocus and exposure metering, 2nd stage: Taking the picture)
Self-timerDelay time: 2s or 12s
Drive ModeSingle, Interval Shooting, Exposure Bracketing
Continuous shooting:
Continuous - 2 fps / 14 bit / AF, Continuous - 4 fps / 14 bit / AF:
Automatic settings (exposure settings in operating modes P/A/S, automatic white balance and autofocus) are implemented individually for each frame.
Continuous - 7 fps / 14 bit, Continuous - 9 fps / 12 bit, Continuous - 15 fps / 12 bit:
Automatic settings (exposure settings in operating modes P/A/S, automatic white balance and autofocus) are implemented for the first frame, and are then applied for each subsequent frame in the same picture series.
Focusing
Focus range30 cm to ∞
With macro setting: from 17 cm
Focus modeAutomatic or manual
With manual setting: optional magnifying glass function (Auto Magnification) and edge marking (Focus Peaking) available as focus assist
Autofocus systemHybrid-AF due to combination of contrast metering, depth mapping, and phase comparison metering with AF metering points in the sensor.
Autofocus modesIntelligent AF (autonomously selects AFs and AFc), AFs, AFc, AF setting can be saved, optional Touch AF
Autofocus metering methodsSpot (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 fields315
Exposure
Exposure meteringTTL (exposure metering through the lens), with working aperture
Metering principleExposure metering is done by the image sensor for all exposure metering methods (in Live View mode and in rangefinder mode)
Exposure metering methodsSpot, Center-Weighted, Highlight-Weighted, Multi-Field
Exposure modesProgram 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 bracketing3 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 rangePhoto:
Auto ISO 100 bis ISO 100 000
Manual ISO 50 bis ISO 100 000
Video:
Auto ISO 100 bis ISO 100 000
Manual ISO 50 bis ISO 100 000
White balanceAutomatic (Auto), default (Daylight, Cloudy, Shadow, Tungsten, Flash), manual metering (Gray card), manual color temperature settings (Color Temperature, 2000 K to 11500 K)
Flash
Flash unit connectorVia the accessory shoe
Flash sync time1/2000 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 meteringUsing center-weighted TTL pre-flash metering with Leica flash units (SF 26, SF 40, SF 58, SF 60, SF 64) or with systemcompatible flash units, remote controlled flash SF C1
Flash exposure compensationSF 40: ±2 EV in 1/2 EV increments
SF 60: ±2 EV in 1/3 EV increments
Equipment
MicrophoneStereo
SpeakerMono
WLANWLAN function for connecting to the Leica FOTOS app. The Leica app is available from the Apple App Store™ or the Google
Play Store™.
EU/US/CN:
2,4 GHz
IEEE802.11b/g/n: Channel 1–11
(2412–2462 MHz)
5 GHz
Client mode:
(For indoor use only)
IEEE802.11a/n/ac: Channel 36–64 (5180–5320 MHz)
Access point + client mode:
IEEE802.11a/n/ac: Channel 149–165 (5745–5825 MHz)
JP:
2,4 GHz
IEEE802.11b/g/n: Channel 1–11
(2412–2462 MHz)
5 GHz
Access point + client mode:
(For indoor use only)
IEEE802.11a/n/ac: Channel 36–48 (5180–5240 MHz)
Client mode:
(For indoor use only)
IEEE802.11a/n/ac: Channel 52–144 (5260–5720 MHz)
Maximum output (e.i.r.p.): <14 dBm, encryption method: WLAN-compatible WPA™/WPA2™/WPA3™
BluetoothBluetooth Bluetooth 5.0 LE: Channel 0–39 (2402–2480 MHz), maximum output (e.i.r.p.): 10 dBm
GPSNot 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 languagesEnglish, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean
Power supply
Rechargeable batteryLithium-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
(Leica BP-SCL6)
ChargerInput: 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
(Leica BC-SCL4)
Charging via USBDuring operation: 9 V/3 A (min. 27 W)
With camera switched off: 5 V/1500 mA (2.5 W or greater)
Wireless ChargingOptimal performance with 9 V chargers (10 W Charging Pad required)
Rated values for input voltage/power 7.2 V 2.3 A (battery), 5 V 3.0 A / 9 V 2.5 A (USB)

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