Leica Q3 Black

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Leica Q3 Black

Leica Q3 Black

Experience the power of the compact Leica Q3 Black, a full-frame camera that delivers exceptional image quality for both photos and videos in virtually any lighting condition. Whether you're capturing breathtaking landscapes or dynamic action shots, the Q3 Black ensures stunning results with its advanced technology and superior optics.

Seamlessly connected to the Leica FOTOS app, this camera empowers photographers and videographers of all levels to create audio-visual content in breathtaking quality. With just a few taps on your smartphone or tablet, you can transfer, edit, and share your images and videos effortlessly, allowing you to showcase your work with ease.

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. Its compact design and user-friendly interface make it a reliable companion for photographers on the go. From professional shoots to spontaneous moments of inspiration, the Q3 Black combines style and cutting-edge technology to enhance your creative vision.

Elevate your photography and videography to new heights with the Leica Q3 Black. Experience unparalleled image quality, seamless connectivity, and effortless control. Unleash your creativity and capture the world in stunning detail with this exceptional camera.

 

 

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)
Material Full metal housing: magnesium die-cast, leather covering, protection type IP52
Buffer memory 8 GB
Sensor size CMOS-Sensor, 62,39 MP/60,3 MP (total/effective)
Storage medium UHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
Operating conditions 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 thread A 1/4 DIN 4503 (1/4”) with stainless steel in the basen
Processor Leica Maestro series (Maestro IV)
Filter RGB color filter, UV/IR filter, no low-pass filter
File formats 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 size 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
Video frame rate/bit rate 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  
Designation Leica Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH., 11 lenses in 9 segments, 3 aspherical lens surfaces
Lens 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 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
Display 3” TFT LCD, approx. 1,843,200 dots, 384 ppi, aspect ratio 3:2, touch panel
Shutter  
Shutter type 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 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 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 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 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  
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 systemcompatible 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)

Key Features of the Leica Q3 Black

  • 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

Full-Frame Sensor with Triple Resolution Technology

Unleash the world in stunning detail with the Leica Q3's full-frame sensor, boasting an impressive 60 MP resolution.

Whether you prefer smaller file sizes or maximum resolution, the Q3 offers selectable options of 36 MP or 18 MP for both DNG and JPG files. Regardless of the chosen resolution, the Q3 utilizes the entire sensor, delivering exceptional image quality across a wide ISO range from ISO 50 to ISO 100,000. Powered by the latest Maestro Series processor with L² Technology, the Q3 ensures swift performance and smooth operation.

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 finest details in stunning close-ups from a minimum distance of just 17cm.

Sleek, Timeless Design Crafted in Germany

Experience the perfect blend of form and function with the Leica Q3's sleek and timeless design. Its compact body houses a superior prime lens, ensuring exceptional image quality and versatility in a portable package.

Designed and meticulously crafted in Germany, the Leica Q3 embodies the values of timeless elegance, reliability, and durability. Every detail is thoughtfully considered, resulting in a camera that stands the test of time and delivers uncompromising performance.

Up to 8K Video and Multiple Video Formats

Unlock the power of video creation with the compact yet powerful Leica Q3 camera. Record stunning videos in up to 8K resolution and enjoy a wide range of codecs, including the highly efficient .h265 and ProRes from Apple. With the new USB-C port and HDMI port, the Q3 can easily connect to gimbals, power banks, or external display recorders, expanding your creative possibilities.

Advanced Autofocus System

Capture every decisive moment with confidence using the Leica Q3's advanced autofocus system. Combining highly accurate contrast autofocus, depth from defocus, and fast phase detection autofocus, this state-of-the-art system ensures precise and speedy focusing and object tracking. Intelligent subject recognition further enhances your ability to achieve the perfect shot.

Tiltable display and 5.76MP OLED viewfinder

Experience effortless control with the Leica Q3's intuitive Leica UX interface and convenient tiltable display. The camera's user-friendly design allows for smooth operation and quick access to essential functions.

Effortlessly control your photography experience with the Leica Q3's intuitive Leica UX interface and convenient tiltable display. Its user-friendly design ensures smooth operation and quick access to essential functions.

Tiltable Display: Explore new perspectives with the Q3's tiltable display, allowing you to capture unique angles and unleash your creativity. Its high-quality and durable tilting mechanism provides flexibility for shooting from low angles or overhead perspectives, enhancing your photographic vision.

Precise OLED Viewfinder: Experience exceptional composition with the Q3's 5.76MP OLED viewfinder. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it delivers a crystal-clear image of your subject, ensuring accurate framing and precise focus. Whether you're shooting in bright sunlight or challenging low-light conditions, the viewfinder offers excellent visibility, elevating your overall shooting experience.

Super-Fast and Convenient Connectivity

Elevate your mobile workflows with the Leica Q3 camera's super-fast and convenient connectivity. Experience transfer speeds up to 10 times faster than its predecessor, thanks to the MIMO feature. Enjoy increased connection stability and faster data transfer rates when using the Leica FOTOS App. Additional Leica FOTOS features, such as video transfer, importing Leica Looks, and various connection modes, enhance your mobile workflow with ease. Tethered shooting with Capture One or the Adobe Lightroom plug-in is also supported through the USB-C cable connection.

Made for iPhone® and iPad® Integration

The Leica Q3 is a certified Made for iPhone® and iPad® product, seamlessly integrating into the Apple Eco System with advanced connectivity features. Connect your Leica Q3 camera to your iPhone using the included Leica FOTOS cable for effortless image and video downloads, as well as convenient camera control through the Leica FOTOS app. For iPads with a USB-C connector, you can simply use the original USB-C cable of your device.