The Leica Q3 in Metal Gray introduces a sophisticated new finish to the iconic compact lineup.
Carefully designed to complement existing black and silver options, this understated metallic tone reflects Leica's commitment to premium craftsmanship and timeless aesthetics. Hand-applied lacquer creates a distinctive surface that develops character over time, while maintaining the same durability standards as traditional finishes. This is a natural characteristic of lacquered surfaces and contributes to the individual appearance of each camera. Performance remains identical across all color variants—Metal Gray is purely a design choice for those seeking modern elegance.
Unique. Just like you.
The compact Leica Q3 full-frame camera delivers impressive image quality for photos and video in virtually any kind of lighting. It is exceptionally easy to use, and seamlessly connected, empowering anyone to create audio-visual content of 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.
Easy handling
Featuring Leica UX and a tiltable display.
Sleek and timeless design
A superior prime lens in a compact body.
Impressive performance
60 Megapixel BSI-Sensor.
Made in Germany
Timeless, reliable, and durable.
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 the finest details in stunning close-ups from a minimum distance of just 17cm.
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 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 at 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 megapixels 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 Leica FOTOS cable for image and video downloads and control of your camera with the Leica FOTOS app. For iPads with a 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.
Absolutely authentic videos
Equipped with advanced video capabilities, the Q3 supports video recording in resolutions of up to 8K and offers a variety of video codecs, including the highly efficient .h265 and ProRes 422 HQ, with frame rates of up to 60fps in 1080p. The ability to connect gimbals, compatible microphones by RØDE, power banks and external display recorders via USB-C and HDMI further enhances the camera’s flexibility for producing professional video content.
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/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
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: 2s or 12s
Drive Mode
Single, Interval Shooting, Exposure BracketingContinuous 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 range
30 cm to ∞ With macro setting: from 17 cm
Focus mode
Automatic or manual With manual setting: optional magnifying glass function (Auto Magnification) and edge marking (Focus Peaking) available as focus assist
Autofocus system
Hybrid-AF due to a 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
Exposure metering
TTL (exposure metering through the lens), with a 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)
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
Photo: Auto ISO 100 bis ISO 100 000 Manual ISO 50 bis ISO 100 000Video: Auto ISO 100 bis ISO 100 000 Manual ISO 50 bis 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
Flash unit connector
Via the accessory shoe
Flash sync time
1/2000 s, slower shutter speeds available, an 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
Equipment
Microphone
Stereo
USB Audio
New supported USB audio products by RØDE: VideoMic GO II, VideoMic NTG, Wireless GO II, Wireless ME and compatible USB microphones
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™.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™
Bluetooth
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
Power supply
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 the 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)
Rated values for input voltage/power 7.2 V 2.3 A (battery), 5 V 3.0 A / 9 V 2.5 A (USB)
