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Leica Q3 Monochrom Digital Camera

Leica Q3 Monochrom Digital Camera

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  • 60MP Full-Frame B&W BSI CMOS Sensor
  • No Color Array or Low Pass Filter
  • Leica Content Credentials Technology
  • Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH. Lens
  • 8K30, 4K60 & 4:2:2 10-Bit, FHD ProRes HQ
  • Contrast-Detection AF & Optical IS
  • 5.76m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
  • 3" 1.84m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD
  • ISO 100-200000, Up to 15-fps Shooting
  • SD UHS-II Slot; USB-C and HDMI Ports

 

Taking pictures in black and white is a deliberate choice to opt for timeless aesthetics shaped purely by light and shadow. Freed from the distraction of colour, the focus shifts to subject, structure, and mood. With the Leica Q3 Monochrom and its dedicated black-and-white sensor, this fascination can be experienced in its purest and most intense form. 

Monochrome Design, Timeless Elegance 

The Q3 Monochrom unites the Q series’ contemporary design language with a pared-back black-and-white aesthetic. It is meticulously made in Germany using exquisite craftsmanship and the finest materials. 

The matte-black paintwork and subtle engravings in black and grey contribute to the camera’s timeless elegance, as does its refined leatherette covering. Operation is equally straightforward and intuitive. The user interface enables seamless switching between photo and video modes, each featuring its own colour scheme and sophisticated menu navigation. 

 

One Sensor, for Black and White Only

Without shadow there is no light; without light there is no black-and-white photography. Equipped with a dedicated 60 MP monochrome sensor and Triple Resolution Technology, the Q3 Monochrom intentionally forgoes colour filters, resulting in image quality that is distinguished by exceptional richness of detail. Capture images at 60, 36 or 18 MP resolution with outstanding dynamic range and superb noise performance, or record video in up to 8K resolution with remarkable sharpness and clarity. Even in challenging lighting conditions, the mood of the moment can be captured faithfully, without distortion. 

The Strengths of the Q3 Family

Technically rooted in the Q3, this sister model likewise impresses with cutting-edge, high-performance, and versatile technology. The precise hybrid autofocus, tilting touch display, and high-resolution 5.76 MP OLED viewfinder – paired with its specialised sensor – make the Leica Q3 Monochrom a camera that seamlessly blends timeless design with boundless creative potential. Compact and versatile, dependable and exacting – designed to translate your vision into expressive imagery. Thanks to IP52-rated protection against dust and splashing water, the camera remains reliable even in challenging environmental conditions. 

 

Impressive Lens Speed and Sharpness

The Summilux 28 mm f/1.7 ASPH. the lens with optical image stabilization stands as the fastest lens ever integrated into a compact full-frame camera. It delivers exceptional clarity and brilliance – even in the most demanding lighting conditions – thanks to ISO sensitivity reaching up to 200,000. Its integrated macro mode enables close-ups from just 17 cm, revealing even the subtlest details with striking precision. Whether you’re capturing street scenes, sweeping landscapes, or architectural detail, the Summilux wide-angle lens – paired with digital frame selection from 28 to 90 mm – offers remarkable flexibility for composing creative perspectives. 

Sensor Resolution Actual: 62.39 Megapixel Effective: 60.3 Megapixel (9520 x 6336) Image Sensor 35.8 x 23.9 mm (Full-Frame) CMOS Image Stabilization Optical in Integrated Lens Focal Length 28mm Aperture Maximum: f/1.7 Minimum: f/16 ISO/Gain Sensitivity Photo/Video Native in Manual Mode: 100 to 2000 Native in Auto Mode: 200 to 200,000 Internal Recording H.264 ALL-Intra/MOV 4:2:2 10-Bit DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94 fps [400 to 600 Mb/s] UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94 fps [400 to 600 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/47.95/48.00/50/59.94/100/120 fps [200 to 400 Mb/s] H.264 Long GOP/MP4 4:2:0 8-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps [100 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [20 to 28 Mb/s] H.265 Long GOP/MOV 4:2:0 10-Bit DCI 8K (8192 x 4320) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [300 Mb/s] UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97 fps [300 Mb/s] 1920 x 1080 at 100/120 fps [100 Mb/s] H.265 Long GOP/MP4 4:2:0 10-Bit UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps [300 Mb/s] UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 50/59.94 fps [100 Mb/s] MOV/ProRes 422 HQ 4:2:2 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [181 to 454 Mb/s] Media/Memory Card Slot Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) Wireless Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) / Bluetooth 5.0 Display Type Tilting 3" Touchscreen LCD Built-In Flash/Light No Battery 1x BP-SCL6 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 2200 mAh (Included) • Approx. 302 Shots Dimensions (W x H x D) 5.1 x 3.2 x 3.6" / 130 x 80.3 x 92.6 mm (With Protrusions) Weight 1.5 lb / 662 g (Body Only) 1.6 lb / 746 g (With Battery)
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