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Leica Q3 43
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Leica · Compact · 60 MP · Full Frame · 8K video

Leica Q3 43

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KEY FACTS
BrandLeica
Announcement dateSep 2024
Released2024
Camera weight688 g
Camera typeCompact
What We Like
+Exceptional APO lens with minimal chromatic aberration and distortion, delivering pin-sharp images wide-open
+60MP full-frame sensor with high dynamic range and excellent low-light performance (ISO 50–100,000)
+Compact, lightweight fixed-lens design perfect for travel and daily carry without interchangeable lens burden
+Advanced video capabilities including 8K/30 and 4K/60 with ProRes support for professional workflows
+IP52 weather sealing and refined ergonomics make it suitable for demanding conditions
+Strong Leica brand heritage and excellent resale value retention compared to competitors
Worth Knowing
−Premium price point ($6,895 recommended retail) limits accessibility to enthusiasts and professionals
−Cropped focal lengths (especially 90mm–150mm) appear too small in EVF, making composition difficult at longer focal lengths
−Limited ergonomics with minimal grip design; no one-handed operation, similar to M-series cameras
−User interface responsiveness issues reported; burst mode playback and image review felt slow on some units

General

Brand
Leica
Announcement date
ⓘ
Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
Sep 2024
Released
ⓘ
Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2024
Camera weight
688 g
Camera type
Compact
Read our notes on general
The Leica Q3 43 is a full-frame compact camera with a 43mm f/2 lens mounted in front of a 60MP BSI CMOS sensor. The newly designed 43mm lens comprises 11 lenses in 8 groups with 7 aspherics and wears Leica's 'APO' branding, indicating an apochromatic design that optimizes sharpness and minimizes chromatic aberration. The Q3 43 has ambitious video specifications, including up to 8K/30 capture and ProRes 422HQ footage at up to 1080/60. It represents a refined premium compact camera for photographers who prioritize exceptional optics and a distortion-free normal perspective without the burden of interchangeable lenses.

Sensor

Type
60MP BSI CMOS
Format
Full-frame (36 × 24 mm)
Resolution Options
60MP, 36MP, 18MP (Triple Resolution Technology)

Optics

Lens
APO-Summicron 43mm f/2 ASPH
Design
11 elements in 8 groups, 7 aspherical elements
Focal Length
43mm
Maximum Aperture
f/2
Macro Mode
Close focus to 26.5cm (10.4 inches)
Filter Thread
49mm
Megapixels
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The higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture.
60 MP050
Sensor format
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Refers to the most commonly used sensor sizes.
Full Frame
Viewfinder type
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The viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens.
Electronic

Image stabilization

Optical
Yes (image-stabilized lens)

Autofocus

Type
Hybrid (phase-detection, contrast-detection, DFD)
Subject Recognition
Eyes, faces, animals

Viewfinder

Type
OLED electronic viewfinder
Resolution
5.76 million dots

Display

Type
3-inch (3.0 inches) tilting touchscreen LCD
Resolution
1.84 million dots

Video

Other Formats
4K at 60fps, 1080p at 120fps
Codecs
.h265, ProRes 422 HQ
Color Depth
10-bit color, 4:2:2
Recording Duration
Up to 29 minutes
Digital Crop
43–60–75–90–120–150mm equivalents
Max video resolution
ⓘ
The best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video.
8K

Sensitivity

ISO Range
50–100,000

Processor

Type
Maestro IV with L² technology

Shooting speed

Continuous Shooting
Up to 15fps
Burst Mode
Yes

Battery

Type
Lithium-Ion (BP-SCL6)
Voltage
7.2V
Capacity
2200mAh
Shot Life
350 shots per charge

Storage

Card Type
SD, SDHC, SDXC (UHS II supported)

Build

Weather Sealing
IP52 rated
Body Material
Grey leatherette coating
Dimensions
130 × 80.3 × 97.6mm

Connectivity

USB
USB-C
Video Output
HDMI, Micro-HDMI
Wireless
Wi-Fi 2.4 & 5 GHz, Bluetooth 5.0
Made for iPhone
Yes (certified)

Miscellaneous

Shutter
Leaf shutter
Design Year
2024

Features

Weather sealing
ⓘ
Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
Yes
Wi-Fi
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Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly.
Yes