Leica Q3

The ultimate full-frame compact camera experience

Leica Q3
82/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 17
Performance 17
Durability 18
Price 10
Usability 20
Brand Leica
Model 19080

Key Features

SENSOR 60.3MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR Maestro IV image processor for high-speed performance
AUTOFOCUS Hybrid AF system with phase detection, contrast, and depth-from-defocus
PHASE DETECTION On-sensor PDAF with subject, eye, and face detection
VIDEO 8K video recording up to 30fps, 4K at 60fps, 10-bit internal
STABILIZATION Digital image stabilization for video, lens-based OIS
BURST RATE Up to 15 fps with electronic shutter
VIEWFINDER 5.76m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder with 0.79x magnification
DISPLAY 3.0-inch 1.84m-dot tilting touchscreen LCD
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C, Micro-HDMI
MEMORY CARD Single SD/SDHC/SDXC slot, UHS-II compatible
WEATHER SEALING IP52 rated dust and spray water protection
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 350 shots per charge (CIPA) using BP-SCL6

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Leica Q3

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✗ Not Present Controlled via menu/shutter dial
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✗ Not Present Accessed via menu/Fn button
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ✓ Present Lens ring
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ✓ Present Top plate dial
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✗ Not Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✗ Not Present Accessed via menu

How-to Use Leica Q3

Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Leica Q3 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Leica Q3

For over a decade, we have been teaching photography following a university standard. No one does it better than us. We have a selection of courses, diplomas, graduate and post-graduate programs, as well as some of our best-selling university press publications, to guide you in the best possible way for your camera. Enroll in the fundamentals and then move to the genres you want to master.

Technical Specification

Sensor Full-Frame BSI CMOS
Resolution 60.3 Megapixels
ISO Range 50 - 100,000
Autofocus Hybrid Phase/Contrast Detection
Shutter Speed 60s to 1/2000s (mechanical), up to 1/16000s (electronic)
Burst Rate 15 fps
Video 8K 30p, 4K 60p
Stabilization Optical (Lens)
Viewfinder 5.76m-dot OLED EVF
LCD 3.0-inch Tilting Touchscreen
Memory Card SD UHS-II
Connectivity USB-C, Micro-HDMI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Battery Life 350 shots
Weight 743g
Dimensions 130 x 80 x 93 mm