FREE SHIPPING FOR PURCHASES OVER $200 WITHIN SINGAPORE ONLY

Store Locations Customer Care

Leica Q3

SKU: 19080

Product Highlights

  • Full-frame BSI CMOS Sensor with Triple Resolution Technology (60MP / 36MP / 18MP)
  • Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH. fixed lens with integrated macro mode
  • Hybrid Autofocus System (Phase Detection AF + Contrast AF + Depth from Defocus + AI)
  • Tiltable 3" display and 5.67MP OLED viewfinder
  • Fast and convenient connectivity with the Leica FOTOS app
  • USB-C and HDMI ports
  • Up to 8K-Video and multiple video formats including .h265 and ProRes
  • Made for iPhone and iPad
  • IP52 ingress protection
$9,600.00 (inc GST)

This product is currently out of stock. If you wish to be informed when it is back in stock, please click on the link below.

Notify me when product is in stock
Add to Wish List

Related Products

Leica Q3


Unique. Just like you.

The compact Leica Q3 full-frame camera delivers amazing 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 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.

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 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 highly accurate contrast autofocus and depth from a 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.

What's in the box?

  • 1 x Leica Q3
  • 1 x Leica BP-SCL6 Lithium-Ion Battery (7.2V, 2200mAh)
  • 1 x Leica BC-SCL4 Battery Charger
  • 1 x Lens Hood
  • 1 x Lens Cap
  • 1 x Accessory Shoe Cover
  • 1 x Leather Carrying Strap
  • Camera Type

  • Digital 35 mm compact camera

  • Dimensions

  • 130 x 80.3 x 92.6 mm

  • Weight

  • Approx. 743 g/658 g (with/without battery)

  • Materials

  • Full metal housing: magnesium die-cast, leather covering, protection type IP52

  • Memory

  • Buffer Memory 8 GB

  • Sensor Size

  • CMOS-Sensor, 62,39 MP/60,3 MP (total/effective)

  • Storage Media

  • UHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card

  • Operating Temperature

  • 0 °C to +40 °C

  • Interfaces

  • ISO 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 Mounting Thread

  • A 1/4 DIN 4503 (1/4”) with stainless steel in the base

  • Processor Type

  • Leica Maestro series (Maestro IV)

  • Filter

  • RGB color filter, UV/IR filter, no low-pass filter

  • File Format

  • Photo
    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 Resolution

  • DNG™
    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 Sizes

  • 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

  • Foto: 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

  • Frame rates

  • MOV 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

  • Leica Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH., 11 lenses in 9 segments, 3 aspherical lens surfaces

  • 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

  • F1.7 to F16 in 1/3 EV increments

  • Viewfinder

  • 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

  • Display

  • 3” TFT LCD, approx. 1,843,200 dots, 384 ppi, aspect ratio 3:2, touch panel

  • Shutter

  • Mechanical central shutter or optional electronic shutter

    Two-stage
    (1st stage: Activation of the camera electronics including autofocus and exposure metering, 2nd stage: Taking the picture)

  • Shutter Speed

  • Mech. shutter: 120 s to 1/2000 s
    Electro. shutter function: 1 s to 1/16000 s
    Flash Synchronization: up to 1/2000 s

  • Self Timer

  • Delay time: 2s or 12s

  • Drive Mode

  • Single, 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 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 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

    Photo:

    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 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

  • Equipment

  • 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™.

    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 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)

Cathay Rewards Program

Snap up points & privileges with Cathay Rewards card!

Join Today