A Review of the Leica Q3 Camera

The Leica Q3 smashes a ton of modern features into a tiny body and pairs it all with an impressive sensor, making it an attractive option for anyone who wants a portable device that does not sacrifice quality. This excellent video review takes a look at the Q3 and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. 

Coming to you from Christopher Frost, this great video review takes a look at the Leica Q3. Despite being a very small camera, the Q3 comes with a full frame sensor and a full gamut of features, including: 

  • 60-megapixel sensor (same as that in the M11) with BSI design for faster readout speeds and improved noise performance
  • Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH lens designed specifically for Q series cameras
  • Maestro IV processor
  • Various crop modes for longer focal length needs
  • Triple Resolution Technology, which allows for three different resolutions of output with better noise control
  • 8 GB of buffer memory
  • ISO range of 50-100,000
  • Continuous burst rate of 15 fps 
  • Minimum focus distance of 6.7 inches
  • Hybrid autofocus sensor with subject recognition system
  • 8K video at up to 30 fps
  • 4K video at up to 60 fps
  • Full HD at up to 120 fps
  • ProRes 422 HQ recording
  • Micro-HDMI and USB-C ports
  • 5.76-million-dot OLED EVF with 0.79x magnification
  • Tilting touchscreen 
  • Weather-sealed construction
  • Single SD slot
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 

Check out the video above for Frost's full thoughts on the camera.

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Alex Cooke is a Cleveland-based portrait, events, and landscape photographer. He holds an M.S. in Applied Mathematics and a doctorate in Music Composition. He is also an avid equestrian.

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