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Q3 43

Leica Q3 43 (2024) Compact camera specs, Full frame sensor. Video, stabilization, battery and more.

Compact · Announced 2024-09-26

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  • Full frame sensor
  • 772 g

Video modes

  • 1010-bit (no badge: 8-bit; unstated bit depth counts as 8-bit)
  • LLog
  • HDRHDR
  • SStabilized
  • HL360° horizon lock
  • cropCropped
  • Recording limit (minutes)
  • fwAdded by a firmware update
  • ?Not stated, e.g. S? (stabilization not stated)
Flat video
Resolution23.98 fps24 fps25 fps29.97 fps47.95 fps48 fps50 fps59.94 fps100 fps119.88 fps
C8K 17:9

C8K 17:9 · 23.98 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Yes
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97 fps
  • MOV/MP4 H.265 L-GOP 10-bit 4:2:0 300 Mbps to SD. HDMI while recording to SD (or with HLG/L-Log): C4K 4:2:2 10-bit; HDMI-only without Log: 8-bit. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

C8K 17:9 · 24 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Yes
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97 fps
  • MOV/MP4 H.265 L-GOP 10-bit 4:2:0 300 Mbps to SD. HDMI while recording to SD (or with HLG/L-Log): C4K 4:2:2 10-bit; HDMI-only without Log: 8-bit. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

C8K 17:9 · 25 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Yes
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97 fps
  • MOV/MP4 H.265 L-GOP 10-bit 4:2:0 300 Mbps to SD. HDMI while recording to SD (or with HLG/L-Log): C4K 4:2:2 10-bit; HDMI-only without Log: 8-bit. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

C8K 17:9 · 29.97 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Yes
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97 fps
  • MOV/MP4 H.265 L-GOP 10-bit 4:2:0 300 Mbps to SD. HDMI while recording to SD (or with HLG/L-Log): C4K 4:2:2 10-bit; HDMI-only without Log: 8-bit. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

8K 16:9

8K 16:9 · 23.98 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Yes
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97 fps
  • H.265 L-GOP 10-bit 300 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

8K 16:9 · 24 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Yes
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97 fps
  • H.265 L-GOP 10-bit 300 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

8K 16:9 · 25 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Yes
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97 fps
  • H.265 L-GOP 10-bit 300 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

8K 16:9 · 29.97 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Yes
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97 fps
  • H.265 L-GOP 10-bit 300 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

C4K 17:9

C4K 17:9 · 23.98 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit: 400 Mbps at 23.98-29.97p, 600 Mbps at 47.95-59.94p (48/47.95p SD only). Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

C4K 17:9 · 24 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit: 400 Mbps at 23.98-29.97p, 600 Mbps at 47.95-59.94p (48/47.95p SD only). Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

C4K 17:9 · 25 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit: 400 Mbps at 23.98-29.97p, 600 Mbps at 47.95-59.94p (48/47.95p SD only). Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

C4K 17:9 · 29.97 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit: 400 Mbps at 23.98-29.97p, 600 Mbps at 47.95-59.94p (48/47.95p SD only). Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

C4K 17:9 · 47.95 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit: 400 Mbps at 23.98-29.97p, 600 Mbps at 47.95-59.94p (48/47.95p SD only). Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

C4K 17:9 · 48 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit: 400 Mbps at 23.98-29.97p, 600 Mbps at 47.95-59.94p (48/47.95p SD only). Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

C4K 17:9 · 50 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit: 400 Mbps at 23.98-29.97p, 600 Mbps at 47.95-59.94p (48/47.95p SD only). Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

C4K 17:9 · 59.94 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit: 400 Mbps at 23.98-29.97p, 600 Mbps at 47.95-59.94p (48/47.95p SD only). Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

4K 16:9

4K 16:9 · 23.98 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 400/600 Mbps; MP4: 50/59.94p H.265 4:2:0 10-bit 100 Mbps, 23.98/25/29.97p H.264 4:2:0 8-bit 100 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

4K 16:9 · 24 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 400/600 Mbps; MP4: 50/59.94p H.265 4:2:0 10-bit 100 Mbps, 23.98/25/29.97p H.264 4:2:0 8-bit 100 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

4K 16:9 · 25 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 400/600 Mbps; MP4: 50/59.94p H.265 4:2:0 10-bit 100 Mbps, 23.98/25/29.97p H.264 4:2:0 8-bit 100 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

4K 16:9 · 29.97 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Crop: some crop per CineD (amount not published)
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 400/600 Mbps; MP4: 50/59.94p H.265 4:2:0 10-bit 100 Mbps, 23.98/25/29.97p H.264 4:2:0 8-bit 100 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

4K 16:9 · 47.95 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 400/600 Mbps; MP4: 50/59.94p H.265 4:2:0 10-bit 100 Mbps, 23.98/25/29.97p H.264 4:2:0 8-bit 100 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

4K 16:9 · 48 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 400/600 Mbps; MP4: 50/59.94p H.265 4:2:0 10-bit 100 Mbps, 23.98/25/29.97p H.264 4:2:0 8-bit 100 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

4K 16:9 · 50 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 400/600 Mbps; MP4: 50/59.94p H.265 4:2:0 10-bit 100 Mbps, 23.98/25/29.97p H.264 4:2:0 8-bit 100 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

4K 16:9 · 59.94 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
Not stated
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 400/600 Mbps; MP4: 50/59.94p H.265 4:2:0 10-bit 100 Mbps, 23.98/25/29.97p H.264 4:2:0 8-bit 100 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

1080p 16:9

1080p 16:9 · 23.98 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
None
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 200 Mbps (to 59.94p) / 400 Mbps (100/119.88p). ProRes 422 HQ FHD only, 23.98-59.94p, 181-454 Mbps. MP4 H.264 8-bit 20-28 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

1080p 16:9 · 24 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
None
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 200 Mbps (to 59.94p) / 400 Mbps (100/119.88p). ProRes 422 HQ FHD only, 23.98-59.94p, 181-454 Mbps. MP4 H.264 8-bit 20-28 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

1080p 16:9 · 25 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
None
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 200 Mbps (to 59.94p) / 400 Mbps (100/119.88p). ProRes 422 HQ FHD only, 23.98-59.94p, 181-454 Mbps. MP4 H.264 8-bit 20-28 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

1080p 16:9 · 29.97 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
None
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 200 Mbps (to 59.94p) / 400 Mbps (100/119.88p). ProRes 422 HQ FHD only, 23.98-59.94p, 181-454 Mbps. MP4 H.264 8-bit 20-28 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

1080p 16:9 · 47.95 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
None
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
None
Recording limit
29 min
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 200 Mbps (to 59.94p) / 400 Mbps (100/119.88p). ProRes 422 HQ FHD only, 23.98-59.94p, 181-454 Mbps. MP4 H.264 8-bit 20-28 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

1080p 16:9 · 48 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
None
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
None
Recording limit
29 min
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 200 Mbps (to 59.94p) / 400 Mbps (100/119.88p). ProRes 422 HQ FHD only, 23.98-59.94p, 181-454 Mbps. MP4 H.264 8-bit 20-28 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

1080p 16:9 · 50 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
None
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 200 Mbps (to 59.94p) / 400 Mbps (100/119.88p). ProRes 422 HQ FHD only, 23.98-59.94p, 181-454 Mbps. MP4 H.264 8-bit 20-28 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

1080p 16:9 · 59.94 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
HLG (per-mode availability unverified)
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
None
Recording limit
29 min
  • Log: L-Log (per-mode availability unverified) at 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 fps
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 200 Mbps (to 59.94p) / 400 Mbps (100/119.88p). ProRes 422 HQ FHD only, 23.98-59.94p, 181-454 Mbps. MP4 H.264 8-bit 20-28 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

1080p 16:9 · 100 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
None
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
None
Recording limit
29 min
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 200 Mbps (to 59.94p) / 400 Mbps (100/119.88p). ProRes 422 HQ FHD only, 23.98-59.94p, 181-454 Mbps. MP4 H.264 8-bit 20-28 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

1080p 16:9 · 119.88 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
None
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
None
Recording limit
29 min
  • MOV H.264 ALL-I 4:2:2 10-bit 200 Mbps (to 59.94p) / 400 Mbps (100/119.88p). ProRes 422 HQ FHD only, 23.98-59.94p, 181-454 Mbps. MP4 H.264 8-bit 20-28 Mbps. Leica lists L-Log and HLG (e.g. 'HDMI output with HLG/L-Log'), but does not publish a per-mode L-Log/HLG matrix; fps lists below assume availability in 10-bit modes and are unverified. 'Video: max. length: 29 min'. CineD: Q3 8K 'comes with some cropping, which lingers in 4K capture as well' (amount not published).

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

1080p Slow Motion 16:9

1080p Slow Motion 16:9 · 100 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
Not stated
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
None
Recording limit
29 min
  • Sensor 119.88/100 fps, recorded/played at 29.97/25 fps; H.265 L-GOP 10-bit 100 Mbps.

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

1080p Slow Motion 16:9 · 119.88 fps

Bit depth
10-bit
Log
Not stated
HDR
Not stated
Stabilization
Not stated
360° horizon lock
Not stated
Crop
None
Recording limit
29 min
  • Sensor 119.88/100 fps, recorded/played at 29.97/25 fps; H.265 L-GOP 10-bit 100 Mbps.

Source: leica-camera.com/en-US/photography/cameras/q/q3-43-black/technical-specification

Caveats

  • 29 min max clip length; ProRes only in Full HD; no 3.5 mm mic or headphone jack (USB-C audio only).Source
  • CineD: 8K is cropped and some crop remains in 4K.Source

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Announced2024-09-26Not stated2025-03-26
Sensor sizeFull frame1/2.3-inch1.4-type
StabilizationNone2-axis gimbalOptical + Electronic
Horizon levelingNot statedNot statedNot stated
WaterproofNot statedNot statedNot stated
Weight772 g170 g426 g
Battery runtimeNot stated120 min70 min
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Specifications

Overview

Category
Compact
Announced
2024-09-26
Released
Not stated
Status
current
US availability
Not stated
Features
  • 8K / C8K 10-bit
  • ProRes 422 HQ (FHD)
  • L-Log / HLG
  • Triple Resolution (60/36/18MP)
  • IP52
  • Wireless charging (via grip)
  • Leica FOTOS

Sensor & lens

Sensor size
Full frame
Sensor resolution
60.3 MP
Lens (equiv.)
43
Aperture
f/2-f/16
Field of view
Not stated
Built-in ND
No

Video & photo

Video modes
  • C8K
  • 8K
  • C4K
  • 4K
  • 1080p
  • 1080p Slow Motion
Max resolution
8K29.978192×4320
10-bit Log up to
Not stated
Uncropped 4K
Not stated
Codecs
  • H.265
  • H.264 ALL-I
  • H.264
  • ProRes 422 HQ
4:2:2 chroma
Yes
Max bitrate
600 Mbps
Photo resolution
60.3 MP
RAW photos
DNG 14-bit

Stabilization

Stabilization
None
Horizon lock
Not stated
Horizon leveling
Not stated

Audio

Microphones
Not stated
Mic input
  • USB-C
Mic input details
USB-C audio (RØDE VideoMic GO II, VideoMic NTG, Wireless GO II, Wireless ME and compatible USB mics); no 3.5 mm jack
Direct wireless mic
RØDE Wireless GO II / Wireless ME via USB-C
32-bit float audio
No

Build & battery

Waterproof
Not stated
Water and dust rating
Not stated
Drop-proof
Not stated
Weight
772 g
Dimensions
130x80.3x97.6
Mount
1/4-inch tripod thread
Battery runtime
Not stated
Battery capacity
2200 mAh
Removable battery
Yes
Charging power
27 W

Screens & storage

Rear screen
3-inch TFT LCD touch, approx. 1.84M dots; 5.76M-dot OLED EVF
Front screen
Not stated
Touchscreen
Yes
Memory card
SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II recommended)
Internal storage
Not stated

Connectivity

Wi-Fi
2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n + 5 GHz 802.11a/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 LE
USB
USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C (10 Gbps)
GPS
via Leica FOTOS app
Webcam
Not stated
Livestream
Not stated
HDMI out
Yes
Timecode
Not stated

Sources

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