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Leica Q3 43
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Leica·CW ID: 1705684·MFR ID: 19084

Q3 43

$7,950.00

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Brand Leica System Leica Q
Leica Q3 43 - Moments, just as your eye sees them.

The Leica Q3 43 brings new dimensions to the world of Q photography, thanks to its specially engineered APO lens. With its 43mm focal length, it captures images and videos with a strikingly natural perspective, all with the exceptional quality you expect from Leica. This compact and stylish full-frame camera seamlessly fits into your creative workflow and connects effortlessly to the world around you. By blending cutting-edge technology with authentic emotion, the Q3 43 creates a perfect synergy between camera, lens, and photographer, ensuring that every moment is captured with pure joy and precision.

 

*Please note that the Leica Q3 43 hood is not compatible with the standard UVA II filter. If you’d like to use both a hood and the UVA II filter simultaneously, we recommend opting for the circular Q3 hood, which accommodates both.

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  • Newly designed apochromatically corrected Leica Summicron
    lens with 4 aspherical elements, offering high color accuracy and resolving power, pushing the boundaries of the Leica Q3’s output to new heights.
  • Continuing the legacy of the Leica Q cameras, this new lens also features an integrated macro mode and leaf shutter, now offering even higher performance for close-up detail work and high-speed flash photography.
  • Digital zoom has now been expanded to 150mm (43-60-75-90-120-150mm), allowing for new creative opportunities for portraiture and wildlife photography.
  • New grey leatherette, while keeping the camera IP52 rated, offering the ability to capture moments in challenging weather environments.
  • New Leica Look “Leica Chrome”, available on the Leica Q3, Leica Q3 43 & Leica SL3.
  • Support for external RØDE microphones via USB-C on all Leica Q3 cameras (coming in a future firmware this fall).
  • Handmade in Germany.
  • Leica Q3 43
  • Lens Cap
  • Lens Cover Ring
  • Lens Hood
  • Hot Shoe Cover
  • x1 Battery (BP-SCL6)
  • USB-C cable
  • Carrying Strap
  • Quick Start Guide

CategoryDetails
Camera TypeDigital 35 mm compact camera
Order No.19 084 EU/US/CN, 19 085 JP, 19 086 ROW
Buffer Memory8 GB
Capacity (Images in Buffer)DNG: 15 fps: 63, 9 fps: 70, 7 fps: 74, 4 fps: 83, 2 fps: 164
DNG + JPG: 15 fps: 63, 9 fps: 66, 7 fps: 69, 4 fps: 72, 2 fps: 88
JPG: 15 fps: 67, 9 fps: 76, 7 fps: 83, 4 fps: 104, 2 fps: 947
Storage MediumUHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
MaterialFull metal housing: magnesium die-cast, leather covering, protection type IP52
Operating Conditions0°C to +40°C
InterfacesISO 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 ThreadA 1⁄4 DIN 4503 (1⁄4”) with stainless steel in the base
Dimensions (mm)80.3, 97.6, 32.5, 21.75, 12.4, 41.15, 75.0, 62.8, 69.0, 41.8, 51.5, 37.5, 51.1, 62.7, 130.0, 75.1
WeightApprox. 772g/688 g (with/without battery)
SensorCMOS sensor, 62.39 MP/60.3 MP (total/effective)
ProcessorLeica Maestro series (Maestro IV)
FilterRGB color filter, UV/IR filter, no low-pass filter
File FormatsPhoto: 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 48 kHz/24 bit, h.264 LPCM 48 kHz/24 bit, ProRes LPCM 48 kHz/24 bit
Image ResolutionDNG™: 9520 x 6336 pixels (60.3 MP), 7404 x 4928 pixels (36.5 MP), 5288 x 3518 pixels (18.6 MP)
JPG: 9520 x 6336 pixels (60.3 MP), 7392 x 4928 pixels (36.4 MP), 5280 x 3504 pixels (18.5 MP)
File SizeDNG™: approx. 70 MB, depending on resolution and image content
JPG: depending on resolution and image content
Video: max. length: 29 min
Color DepthDNG™: 14 bit, JPG: 8 bit
Color SpacePhoto: sRGB
Video ResolutionC8K (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 RateMOV C8K: 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, ... (list continues for various fps and bit rates)
Lens DesignationAPO-SUMMICRON-Q 1:2/43mm ASPH. bei Unendlich Brennweite 43 mm
Lens Filter ThreadE49
Digital ZoomOptionally approx. 1.4x (equivalent to 60 mm), approx. 1.7x (equivalent to 75 mm), approx. 2.0x (equivalent to 90 mm), approx. 2.8x (equivalent to 120 mm), approx. 3.5x (equivalent to 150 mm)
Image StabilizationVisual compensation system for photos and video recordings
Aperture RangeF2 to F16 in 1⁄3 EV increments
ViewfinderEVF: Resolution: 5,760,000 dots, 120 fps, magnification: 0.79x (4:3), 0.76x (3:2), frame coverage: 100%
LCD Panel3” TFT LCD, approx. 1,843,200 dots, 384 ppi, aspect ratio 3:2, touch panel
Shutter TypeMechanical central shutter or optional electronic shutter
Shutter SpeedsMechanical: 120 s to 1⁄2000 s, Electronic: 1 s to 1⁄16000 s
Flash SynchronizationUp to 1⁄2000 s
Drive ModeSingle, Interval Shooting, Exposure Bracketing, Continuous Shooting
FocusingFocus range: 60 cm to ∞, Macro setting: 26.5 cm to 60 cm, Autofocus system: Hybrid-AF
Exposure MeteringTTL (exposure metering through the lens), Spot, Center-Weighted, Highlight-Weighted, Multi-Field
ISO Sensitivity RangePhoto: ISO 100–ISO 100,000, Video: ISO 100–ISO 100,000
Flash Unit ConnectorVia the accessory shoe
MicrophoneStereo
SpeakerMono
WLANWLAN function for connecting to the Leica FOTOS app (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz)
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0 LE
GPSNot available everywhere due to country-specific legislation; can be added via the Leica FOTOS app.
Menu LanguagesEnglish, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean
Power SupplyRechargeable battery (Leica BP-SCL6), Lithium-ion rechargeable battery, rated voltage: 7.2 V (DC); capacity: 2200 mAh (min.), 350 shots (based on CIPA standard)

Customer Reviews

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Daniel G.
Great, but need a couple updates.

Not being able to use a standard UV filter to protect the lens with the hood on is a real design flaw. Also, I'd really like to have full control of the shutter speeds in the Thumb Wheel dial, not merely exposure compensation.

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Olya A.
Love it! Exactly what I needed

I love this camera, it’s exactly what I was looking for. I did a lot of research before buying the Q3, and it fits my photography needs perfectly.

The Leica Store San Francisco made the experience even better. Everyone there was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and welcoming:)

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Theodore T.
Unique Perspective

Sharp images from the APO Summicron 43mm lens. Photos taken with this camera stand apart from the herd of photos online today. The camera and photographer are able to make creative images that remain uncommonly individualistic.

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Jack O.
'Goldilocks' Focal Length, Reference Standard Lens..and a 'free' camera!

The Q3 43 combines everything that I need for my personal style of photography at this point in my life. I have used Leica M bodies, film and digital, for decades. I bought the M's so that I could use the wide variety of superb Leica lenses. Lenses in the 'Normal' range of 40-50mm have always suited my personal shooting style best. My two go-to lenses for walking around are a APO 50 and an old Summicron-C 40mm. The Q3 43 is the sweet spot for me.

I live in the Pacific Northwest where it rains a lot! The Q3 43 is weather sealed, my M11P, M11M, M6 and M lenses are not. My 80 year old eyes make manual focusing difficult. The Q3 43 Auto focus works great for me.

For me, the Q3 43 is the one camera to carry when I only want to carry one..your mileage may vary. And, the cost of the Q3 43 is only 45% of the combined cost of a M11P and APO 50mm!

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Dick M.
Great experience!

Got Leica q3 43 and it’s great- also trade in

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Leica BP-SCL6 Battery
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ProGrade Digital SDXC UHS-II V90 Memory Card (128GB)
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More style, more individuality

The Leica Q3 43 is tailored to perfectly meet the everyday needs of creative photography. Adding extra accessories improves convenience and allows you to customize your camera with a touch of style. And don’t forget to explore the exclusive range of accessories for the Q3 43: from the elegant multifunctional protector with a built-in handgrip to thumb rests, soft release buttons, and retro-style lens hoods in various colors.

“Leica Looks” image styles for creative photography

With Leica Looks, you can instantly capture beautiful photos – with no post-processing needed. With the growing range of Leica Looks, you can expand your creative horizons through a variety of image styles that can easily be imported to your Leica Q3 43 via the Leica FOTOS App. Once installed on your camera, the preset effects are ready to use, allowing you to apply them during any shoot while preserving the original DNG files.

Full-frame sensor with Triple Resolution Technology

The Leica Q3 43 offers unprecedented flexibility with its full-frame sensor and Triple Resolution Technology, allowing you to shoot at 60, 36 or 18 MP. All three options are available for both JPEG and DNG formats. Regardless of the resolution you choose, the camera uses the entire sensor, with an ISO range of 50 to 100,000 for exceptional low-light performance. Powered by the Maestro IV processor with L² technology, the Q3 43 is fast and reliable even at the highest resolutions, for both photography and video.

Absolutely authentic videos

Equipped with the same advanced video capabilities as the Leica Q3, the Q3 43 supports video recording in resolutions of up to 8K and offers a variety of video codecs, including the highly efficient .h265 and ProRes 422 HQ. The 43mm focal length captures scenes with a natural, distortion-free perspective, ensuring a true-to-life look. The ability to connect gimbals, microphones, power banks and external display recorders via USB-C and HDMI further enhances the camera’s flexibility for producing professional video content.

Stay connected wherever you are

The Leica Q3 43’s reliable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth ensure fast connectivity and an effortless digital workflow. Advanced Wi-Fi technology ensures a stable connection to the Leica FOTOS App as well as fast image and video transfers. For content creators, external microphones can be connected via USB-C, enabling a professional setup. The USB-C connection also supports tethered shooting with Capture One or Adobe Lightroom Classic.

Made for iPhone® and iPad®

The Leica Q3 43 is a certified “Made for iPhone® and iPad®” product that integrates seamlessly into your Apple device workflow. Connect the Leica Q3 43 to your iPhone® or iPad® using the USB-C port for quick and convenient photo and video transfers or control your camera remotely using an Apple device.

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