Description
At the heart of the Leica Q3 43 is a unique, newly developed lens. The APO-Summicron 43 f/2 ASPH. not only joins the family of legendary Leica APO lenses, renowned among the best lenses in the world, but also distinguishes itself within Leica’s own lens portfolio. The focal length closely mirrors the natural perception of the human eye, enabling the creation of realistic, distortion-free images through the high-resolution OLED viewfinder. This makes the versatile 43mm focal length ideal for both for street photography and portraits. Like its sister model, the Leica Q3, the Leica Q3 43 also features an integrated macro mode for detailed close-ups and a leaf shutter for high-speed flash photography.
Key Characteristics
- Newly designed apochromatically corrected Leica Summicron lens with 4 aspherical elements, offering high color accuracy and resolving power, pushing the boundaries of the Leica Q3’s output to new heights.
- Continuing the legacy of the Leica Q cameras, this new lens also features an integrated macro mode and leaf shutter, now offering even higher performance for close-up detail work and high-speed flash photography.
- Digital zoom has now been expanded to 150mm (43-60-75-90- 120-150mm), allowing for new creative opportunities for portraiture and wildlife photography.
- New grey leatherette, while keeping the camera IP52 rated, offering the ability to capture moments in challenging weather environments.
- New Leica Look “Leica Chrome”, available on the Leica Q3, Leica Q3 43 & Leica SL3.
- Support for external RØDE microphones via USB-C on all Leica Q3 cameras (coming in a future firmware this fall).
- Handmade in Germany.
Please note that the Leica Q3 43’s hood design does not support filters while the hood is on the lens. Leica E49 Filters will only work with lens hoods 19657, 19658 &19659 or without the hood from the scope of delivery.
Technical Data
Sensor
CMOS sensor, 62.39 MP/60.3 MP (total/effective)
Processor Leica Maestro series (Maestro IV)
File size DNG™: approx. 70 MB, depending on resolution and image content
JPG: depending on resolution and image content
Video: max. length: 29 min
Color depth DNG™: 14 bit
JPG: 8 bit
Lens
Designation Leica APO-Summicron 43 f/2 ASPH., 11 lenses in 8 segments, 7 aspherical lens areas
Lens filter thread E49
Digital zoom Optionally approx. 1.4x (equivalent to 60 mm), approx. 1.7x (equivalent to 75 mm), approx. 2.0x (equivalent to 90 mm), approx. 2.8x (equivalent to 120 mm), or approx. 3.5x (equivalent to 150 mm)
Image stabilization Visual compensation system for photos and video recordings
Aperture range F2 to F16 in 1⁄3 EV increments
Viewfinder/LCD panel
Viewfinder (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
LCD panel 3” TFT LCD, approx. 1,843,200 dots, 384 ppi, aspect ratio 3:2, touch panel
Focusing
Focus range 60 cm to ∞
Macro setting: 26.5 cm to 60 cm
Weight Approx. 772g/688 g (with/without battery)