- First ever 60MP BSI CMOS Sensor with Triple Resolution Technology in a Leica Q camera, allowing for 14 stops of dynamic range and digital zoom options up to 90mm
- New Maestro IV Processor with 8GB of buffer memory
- New state of the art Hybrid Autofocus system with Contrast and Phase Detection autofocus with eye, face, body and animal tracking
- New tiltable backscreen with 76% increase in resolution compared to the Leica Q2
- New EVF with 56% increase in resolution compared to the Leica Q2, now identical resolution and framerate as the Leica SL2 & SL2-S viewfinders
- New Ports: HDMI for video recording & USB-C for charging and data transfer
- 8K resolution output and ProRes video support
- New battery with 18% more power than previous generation
- First ever full-frame camera with wireless charging capabilities
- 10x faster wireless transfer speeds to the Leica FOTOS app with embedded MIMO Technology
- IP52 Weather Sealing Certification
- New accessories to customize the look and feel of the Leica Q3
- Handmade in Germany
The new Leica Q3 camera delivers perfect photo and video results equipped with one of the fastest lenses on the market with integrated macro mode and an extensive selection of new features, represent ing the next evolutionary step in this unique camera segment.
At the heart of the Leica Q3 is the new BSI CMOS sensor with Triple Resolution Technology. With a choice of resolution s between 60, 36, or 18 MP, raw images can be created using the DNG format while JPEG files provide a perfect look straight out of the camera. When shooting with 60 MP even the finest details and structures are captured. Shooting with 36 or 18 MP allows faster camera operation, longer image sequences, and smaller file sizes. The Leica Q3 uses the entire size of the sensor for all resolutions with a sensitivity range of ISO 50 to 100,000 while the latest generation of the Maestro Series processor with L2 Technology ensures excellent operating speeds.
The fast Leica Summilux 28 mm f/1.7 ASPH. is an optical masterpiece. With its integrated macro mode, it allows close up shots from a minimum focusing distance of 6.69 inches In combination with its high resolution sensor this 3rd generation Q family member also offers an extended digital zoom. This allows creatives the opportunity to crop to the focal lengths of 28, 35, 50, 75 mm, and now also 90 mm. Two new and practical assistants, Leica Perspective Control (LPC) and Leica Dynamic Range (LDR) also ensure perfect JPEG images without any post processing.
A significant development has also been made to the autofocus system of the Q3. A new hybrid autofocus system with phase detection ensures extremely fast, accurate focusing and tracking of objects people a nd pets In addition to the high precision contrast autofocus, the DFD system and phase detection autofocus combined with intelligent subject recognition supports the capturing of sharp and brilliant images all displayed crisply and clear ly on the new 5 .76 MP OLED viewfinder.
The new tiltable 3 inch high resolution touchscreen with a high quality tilting mechanism provides unique viewing angles and offers even more creative opportunities when taking photos and videos Additionally, e ven with the movable display, the Leica Q3 still provides protection against dust and spray water thanks to its IP52 certification.
The Leica Q3 continues to impres s with its seamless and fast connectivity via Bluetooth and Wi Fi. The camera is equipped with advanced Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) technology, which has increased the transfer speed to the Leica FOTOS app by up to 10 times compared to the previous model taking mobile creative workflow to the next level. With a stable connection and high data transfer rates to the Leica FOTOS app, videos can now be loaded from the camera to a smartphone and special Leica Looks can be imported onto the camera for beautiful JPEG images. Various connection modes from Eco to Performance improve the mobile workflow and energy management of the Leica Q3. The Apple certification “Made for iPhone ® and iPad ® accessory and the included Leica FOTOS cable, make the Leica Q3 the ideal tool to express the creative vision of users working with it daily.
With the ability to record video at 8K resolution combined with the highly efficient codecs such as H.265 and Apple's ProRes, the powerful Leica Q3 now meets the needs of all content creators. The connection of external devices such as gimbals, power banks and display recorders is secured directly via the USB C and HDMI ports. Tethered shooting with Capture One or the Adobe Lightroom plug in is also supported via the USB-C cable connection and further enriches the fields of application for this compact digital camera.
Wireless charging is also now possible with the new Leica Charging Pad and separate camera handgrip. This stylish charging pad and many other Qi compatible devices conveniently recharges the new powerful BC SCL6 battery of the Q3.
The Leica Q3 offers photographers and videographers four different function buttons which provide extended customization of the camera, while the new accessories offer versatility in the look and feel of this creative tool. Leather protectors, lens caps, retro look lens hoods, thumb rests, soft release buttons and flash shoe covers are also available in three different colors variations.