How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Leica
Leica Q3 vs Leica SL3-S
Short AnswerThe Leica Q3 and Leica SL3-S split the spec sheet evenly, so the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionLeica Q3
Autofocus PointsLeica SL3-S
Battery LifeLeica Q3
Launch PriceLeica SL3-S
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A60.3
B24.6
Battery (Shots)
A350
B315
AF Points
A315
B779
Form Factor
130 × 80.3 × 92.6 mm
141.2 × 108 × 82.7 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Leica Q3 If…
- Higher resolution (60.3 MP vs 24.6 MP)
- Higher battery life (350 shots vs 315 shots)
Choose Leica SL3-S If…
- Higher autofocus points (779 vs 315 )
- Costs less at launch ($5295 vs $5995)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Leica Q3 | Leica SL3-S |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 60.3 MP | 24.6 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 100000 | 200000 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 315 | 779 |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 15 fps | 7 fps |
| Electronic Burst | — | 30 fps |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/2000 | 1/8000 |
| Fastest Electronic Shutter | 1/16000 | 1/16000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 5.76M | 5.76M |
| LCD Size | 3" | 3.2" |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 8K 30p | 6K 30p / 4K 60p |
| Internal Color | 10-bit 4:2:2 | 10-bit |
| Log Profile | L-Log | L-Log |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 743 g | — |
| Card Slots | 1 | 2 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 350 Shots | 315 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 5995 | 5295 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.