Leica Q3 Monochrom

The dedicated monochrome sensor delivers stunningly sharp, richly detailed black-and-white photos and 8K videos. With the arrival of the Leica Q3 Monochrom, a new chapter unfolds in the evolution of compact mirrorless full-frame cameras – dedicated fully to the art of composing with light and shadow.

Leica Q3 Monochrom Features

• Dedicated 60 MP BSI Monochrom Sensor: Without a Bayer or Low Pass Filters, this camera only records values of light with the highest accuracy.
• 8K Monochromatic Video: Offering the highest resolution output from a dedicated monochrom full frame camera, with support for LOG & HLG.
• Content Credentials: For the first time on a Q camera, and a world first for a camera with a dedicated monochrome sensor.
• New UI: The highly acclaimed UI present in the SL3 cameras is now also available for the first time in the Leica Q3 Monochrom. A future firmware update will allow Leica Q3 and Leica Q3 43 customers to also experience the UI on their cameras (scheduled for end of 2025).
• Distinct “Monochrom” Design: The Red Dot has been omitted, allowing camera to showcase its stunning black and grey design elements.

Monochrome Sensor Benefits

• 2x Light Gathering Compared to an Equivalent Color Sensor: Leica Q3 Base ISO is 100, Leica Q3 Monochrom Base ISO is 200)
• Lower Noise Output: Monochrom sensors naturally offer a higher signal to noise ratio than color sensors, due to the omission of the Bayer Filter. In addition, luminance noise is perceived as more pleasing and less distracting than color noise in an image.
• Higher Sharpness and Detail: No debayering is required, preserving the native resolution of the sensor
• Greater Dynamic Range: The camera only records values of luminosity, allowing for more tonal gradations to be captured. In addition, no extra processing or light transmission loss occurs with its omission of a Bayer Filter, resulting in cleaner and extremely malleable files.

Dedicated Black and White Sensor

The Q3 Monochrom features a 60 MP Monochrome sensor with Triple Resolution Technology, delivering remarkable sharpness, exceptional dynamic range an outstanding tonal depth — without a bayer filter and without compromise in detail. It records images at 60, 36 or 18 MP across an ISO range from 100 to 200,000, and
captures video in up to 8K, with LOG / HLG support.

The Fastest Lens on a Compact Full Frame camera

Equipped with the Leica Summilux 28 mm F1.7 ASPH. wide-angle prime lens and integrated macro mode, the Q3 Monochrom delivers low-noise images rich in nuance and texture. Even in challenging lighting conditions.

Key information:

• Compact, mirrorless full-frame camera with a 60 MP monochrome sensor
• Fast wide-angle Summilux 28 F1.7 ASPH. prime lens with macro mode
• Exceptional sharpness and detail resolution for photos and videos with up to 8K resolution
• Fast, convenient connectivity to the Leica FOTOS App
• High-resolution 5.76 megapixel OLED viewfinder
• Clear, customizable user interface for intuitive operation
• Equipped with pioneering Content Credentials technology
• Made in Germany

Product description:

With its special black-and-white sensor, the Leica Q3 Monochrom distils photography to its purest form: where composition is shaped solely by light and shadow. The fast Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH. lens, paired with a 5.76 MP OLED viewfinder and a tilting touch display, creates a crystal-clear view of your subject. The 60 MP monochrome sensor with Triple Resolution Technology (60, 36, 18 megapixels) captures photos and videos in outstanding quality, even at high ISO settings. Its design fuses the Q family’s modern look with minimalist monochrome aesthetics. Crafted in Germany from the finest materials, the Q3 Monochrom features a unique user interface for intuitive, convenient operation. Thanks to its fast connectivity with the Leica FOTOS App, it integrates seamlessly into the mobile workflow of everyday creative practice.

Scope of delivery:

Leica Q3 Monochrom • BP-SCL 6 Battery • USB-C Cable • Lens hood • Lens cap • Hot Shoe Cover • Carrying Strap • Instructions Booklet