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Leica Q3 43 reviews
Brand: Leica
4.60out of 5
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Manufacturer model code19084
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About the Leica Q3 43
Leica Q3 43 is listed in the digital cameras category. The recorded specifications include camera type: Compact camera; megapixel: 60.3. This entry covers manufacturer model code 19084. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
For Leica Q3 43, the recorded details include camera type: Compact camera; megapixel: 60.3; sensor type: CMOS. Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.
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- Compact camera
- Megapixels
- 60.3
- Sensor type
- CMOS
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TechRadar
4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
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Tom's Guide
4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
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Amateur Photographer
5.00 / 5Original rating: 5 / 5
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Photography Blog
4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
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Camera Labs
4.60 / 5Original rating: 4.6 / 5
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Digital Camera World
4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
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Andy Davison Photography
LEICA Q3 43 REVIEW – RADIOHEAD AT THE O2 – 22/11/25
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Reviewed camera model: Leica Q3 43. Its built-in lens is part of the camera; separately bundled accessories are not assessed. Colour may differ.
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Leica Q3 43 Long-Term Review
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Roman Fox
Leica Q3 43 Long-Term Review
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Tahusa
Leica Q3 43 Review: Stunning Image Quality, But Is It the Right Leica For You?
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KeithWee
Leica Q3 43 Review – The Peerless
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ErwinHartenbergPhoto
A different Leica Q3 43 review: 43 Photos with the best every day camera - part 1
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Seth Rusackas Photography
Leica Q3 43 Review
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Testing the Leica Q3 43
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DEPLOYANT
Review: one month with the new Leica Q3 43
By Peter Chong. Read the publisher’s assessment of this model.
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MIKE CHUDLEY
The Leica Q3 43 Is Brilliant. But I Still Wouldn't Buy It.
By Michael Chudley. Read the publisher’s assessment of this model.
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The Phoblographer
Leica Q3 43 Review: A Camera the World Needed So Badly
By Chris Gampat. Read the publisher’s assessment of this model.
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Leica Q3 43 specifications
Manufacturer model code: 19084 · Verified UK retailer product record · Checked 11 Oct 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Camera type | Compact camera |
|---|---|
| Megapixels | 60.3 |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
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Display2 details
| Screen Resolution [pixels] | 384 |
|---|---|
| Display diagonal (inches) | 3 |
Processor, memory & storage1 detail
| Processor Type | Leica Maestro series (Maestro IV) |
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Camera, image & video6 details
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 EV in 1⁄3 EV increments |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilisation | Visual compensation system for photos and video recordings |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 60 cm to ∞ Macro setting: 26.5 cm to 60 cm |
| Resolution | 1,843,200 dots |
| Shutter Speed Max | Mech. shutter: 120 s Electro. shutter function: 1 s |
| Shutter Speed Min | Mech. shutter: 1/2000 s Electro. shutter function: 1/16000 s |
Connections & wireless1 detail
| Connectivity | ISO 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 |
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Power & battery1 detail
| Battery Model | BP-SCL6 |
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Design & dimensions4 details
| Product colour | Black, Grey Leatherette |
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| Material | Full metal housing: magnesium die-cast, leather covering, protection type IP52 |
| Dimensions | 130 x 97.6 x 80.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 772.00 |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| File Formats | Photo: DNG™ (raw data), DNG + JPG, JPG (DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31) Video: MP4 h.265 AAC 48 kHz/16 bit, MP4 h.264 AAC 48 kHz/16 bit MOV h.265 LPCM 48 kHz/24 bit, MOV h.264 LPCM 48 kHz/24 bit, MOV ProRes LPCM 48 kHz/24 bit |
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Further product details7 details
| Card Format | UHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card |
|---|---|
| Flash Metering | Using centre-weighted TTL pre-flash metering with Leica flash units (SF 26, SF 40, SF 58, SF 60, SF 64) or with system-compatible flash units, remote controlled flash SF C1 |
| Included Accessories | Lens Cap, Lens Cover Ring, Lens Hood, Hot Shoe Cover, Battery (BP-SCL6), USB-C cable, Carrying strap, Quick Start Guide |
| ISO Max | 100000 |
| ISO Min | 50 |
| Operating Environment | 0°C to +40°C |
| Viewfinder Type | EVF (Resolution: 5,760,000 dots, 120 fps, magnification: 0.79x at aspect ratio: 4:3 / 0.76x at aspect ratio: 3:2, frame coverage: 100%, exit pupil position: 20.75 mm, setting range -4/+2 dpt, with eye sensor for automatic switchover between viewfinder and LCD panel, time delay 0.005 s) |
Packaging & supplied accessories1 detail
| Package type | Camera with built-in lens |
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Specifications describe the supplied product data, not measured review results. Battery life, range and performance figures are source claims and can vary with use.
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