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
Sony
Sony a9 III vs Leica Q3
Short AnswerThe Sony a9 III and Leica Q3 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 PointsSony a9 III
WeightSony a9 III
Launch PriceLeica Q3
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A24.6
B60.3
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A703
B743
AF Points
A759
B315
Form Factor
136.1 × 96.9 × 82.9 mm
130 × 80.3 × 92.6 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Sony a9 III If…
- Higher autofocus points (759 vs 315 )
- Lighter body (703 g vs 743 g)
Choose Leica Q3 If…
- Higher resolution (60.3 MP vs 24.6 MP)
- Costs less at launch ($5995 vs $5999)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Sony a9 III | Leica Q3 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 24.6 MP | 60.3 MP |
| Sensor Type | Stacked CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 25600 | 100000 |
| Stabilization | 8 Stops | — |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 759 | 315 |
| Low-Light AF | -5 EV | — |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | — | 15 fps |
| Electronic Burst | 120 fps | — |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | — | 1/2000 |
| Fastest Electronic Shutter | 1/80000 | 1/16000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 9.44M | 5.76M |
| LCD Size | 3.2" | 3" |
| LCD Type | Vari-angle | — |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 4K 120p | 8K 30p |
| Internal Color | 10-bit 4:2:2 | 10-bit 4:2:2 |
| Log Profile | S-Log3 | L-Log |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 703 g | 743 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 1 |
| Battery (CIPA) | — | 350 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 5999 | 5995 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.