Leica Q3
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Description
The compact Leica Q3 full frame camera delivers amazing image quality for photo and video in virtually any kind of lighting. It is exceptionally easy to use, and seamlessly connected, empowering anyone to create audio-visual content in breath-taking quality. Capturing a unique point of view with the Leica Q3 means committing to a camera that integrates easily, naturally, and intuitively into everyday creative processes. A unique companion that combines style and cutting-edge technology.
Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH. lens with integrated macro mode
A true masterpiece of optical design. The Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH. lens with optical image stabilization captures all the light you need to bring your creative vision to life. The fast wide-angle lens also features an integrated macro mode, allowing you to reveal the finest details in stunning close-ups from a minimum distance of just 17cm.
Whether you want to capture the atmosphere of the street, explore architectural details, or capture stunning landscapes, this lens offers outstanding performance for various photographic situations. With the digital frame selection from 28 to 90 mm, you gain additional flexibility to capture your subjects from different perspectives.
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.
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.
Technical Data
| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Camera | |
| Camera Type | Digital 35 mm compact camera |
| Sensor | 60.3 MP CMOS sensor (62.4 MP total) |
| Processor | Leica Maestro IV |
| Buffer Memory | 8 GB |
| Storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I & UHS-II) |
| Body Construction | Magnesium die-cast body with leather covering, IP52 protection |
| Dimensions | 130 × 80.3 × 92.6 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 743 g with battery / 658 g body only |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +40°C |
| Lens | |
| Lens | Leica Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH. |
| Optical Design | 11 elements in 9 groups, 3 aspherical surfaces |
| Aperture Range | f/1.7 – f/16 |
| Filter Size | E49 |
| Digital Zoom | 35mm, 50mm, 75mm and 90mm equivalent crop modes |
| Image Stabilization | Optical image stabilization for photo and video |
| Image Quality | |
| File Formats | DNG (RAW), DNG + JPG, JPG |
| Image Resolutions | 60.3 MP, 36.5 MP, 18.6 MP (RAW and JPG) |
| Colour Depth | 14-bit RAW, 8-bit JPG |
| Colour Space | sRGB |
| Viewfinder & Display | |
| Electronic Viewfinder | 5.76M-dot OLED, 120 fps, 0.79× magnification |
| LCD Monitor | 3.0" touchscreen LCD, 1.84M dots |
| Shutter & Drive | |
| Shutter Type | Mechanical leaf shutter or electronic shutter |
| Shutter Speed | 120 s to 1/2000 s (mechanical), 1 s to 1/16000 s (electronic) |
| Flash Sync | Up to 1/2000 s |
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 15 fps |
| Self Timer | 2 s or 12 s |
| Autofocus | |
| Focus Range | 30 cm to ∞, Macro from 17 cm |
| Focus Modes | AF-S, AF-C, Intelligent AF, Manual Focus |
| AF System | Hybrid AF with phase, contrast and depth mapping |
| AF Points | 315 |
| Subject Detection | Eye, Face, Body, Animal Detection and Tracking |
| Exposure | |
| Metering Modes | Spot, Centre-weighted, Highlight-weighted, Multi-field |
| Exposure Modes | P, A, S, M, Auto and Scene Modes |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 EV |
| ISO Range | ISO 50 – 100,000 (photo and video) |
| White Balance | Auto, presets, manual Kelvin 2000K–11500K |
| Video | |
| Video Formats | MOV, MP4, ProRes |
| Maximum Resolution | 8K (8192 × 4320) |
| 4K Recording | Up to 60p, 10-bit 4:2:2 |
| Full HD Recording | Up to 120p |
| Maximum Clip Length | 29 minutes |
| Connectivity | |
| Ports | USB-C 3.1 Gen 2, HDMI Type D, Leica flash shoe |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz, Bluetooth 5.0 LE |
| Microphone | Stereo microphone with USB audio support |
| Speaker | Mono |
| Power | |
| Battery | Leica BP-SCL6 Li-ion, 2200 mAh |
| Battery Life | Approx. 350 shots (CIPA) |
| USB Charging | Supported during operation and when powered off |
| Wireless Charging | Supported (10 W charging pad recommended) |