Leica Q3 Monochrom Digital Camera - Black

Leica Q3 Monochrom – The Purest Expression of Black & White Photography

The Leica Q3 Monochrom is the most uncompromising monochrome camera ever created. By combining a dedicated 60-megapixel full-frame monochrome sensor with the legendary Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH fixed lens — all in Leica’s iconic Q body — this camera delivers black and white images of breathtaking purity, depth, and tonal richness that no colour camera converted to monochrome can ever replicate. This is photography distilled to its absolute essence.

Key Features

• 60MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS Monochrome Sensor (No Colour Filter Array) – A sensor dedicated entirely to capturing luminance — no colour filter array means every pixel captures pure light data, delivering unmatched sharpness, tonal gradation, and low-light sensitivity
• Leica Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH Fixed Lens – One of the finest wide-angle lenses ever made, with aspherical elements for edge-to-edge sharpness, beautiful bokeh at f/1.7, and Leica’s legendary T* anti-reflective coating
• Maestro IV Image Processor – Leica’s most advanced processor for fast, precise performance, exceptional high-ISO noise handling, and real-time subject detection autofocus
• ISO 100–100000 – Extraordinary sensitivity range for confident shooting from bright daylight to near-total darkness, with beautiful, film-like grain at high ISOs
• AI-Powered Subject Detection AF – Real-time recognition of humans (face, eye, body) and animals for reliable autofocus in street, documentary, and portrait photography
• 4K Video with Cine Mode – Cinematic monochrome video recording with full manual control and L-Log for professional post-production
• Built-in ND Filter (4 stops) – Electronic ND for precise exposure control in bright conditions, enabling wide aperture shooting in any light
• 3.0-inch Touchscreen LCD (1.84M dots) – High-resolution rear display for image review, menu navigation, and touch-to-focus control
• 0.79x OLED Electronic Viewfinder (5.76M dots) – Leica’s finest EVF for precise, immersive composition with exceptional clarity and colour accuracy
• IP52 Weather Resistance – Dust and splash resistant construction for confident shooting in challenging outdoor conditions
• Built-in Wi-Fi & Bluetooth – Wireless image transfer and remote control via Leica FOTOS app
• USB-C Fast Charging & Data Transfer – Convenient modern connectivity with fast in-camera charging
• DNG RAW Output – Full creative control with Adobe DNG RAW for maximum post-processing latitude
• Handcrafted in Wetzlar, Germany – Every Q3 Monochrom is precision-engineered and assembled by hand at Leica’s Wetzlar factory

Technical Specifications

• Sensor: 60 MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS Monochrome (No CFA)
• Processor: Maestro IV
• Lens: Leica Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH (fixed)
• ISO: 100–100000
• Shutter Speed: 1/2000 sec (mechanical) / 1/16000 sec (electronic)
• Autofocus: Contrast AF + Phase Detection with AI Subject Detection
• Video: 4K UHD / FHD, L-Log, Cine Mode
• Built-in ND Filter: 4 stops
• Display: 3.0" Touchscreen LCD, 1.84M dots
• Viewfinder: OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.79x magnification
• Storage: Single SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac), Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C
• Weather Resistance: IP52
• Battery: BP-SCL6 (with in-camera USB-C charging)
• Finish: Black
• Made in: Wetzlar, Germany
• Dimensions: 130.0 x 80.3 x 91.1mm
• Weight: Approx. 743g (with battery and memory card)

What's in the Box

• Leica Q3 Monochrom Camera
• Rechargeable Battery BP-SCL6
• USB-C Cable
• Shoulder Strap
• Lens Cap
• Lens Hood

The Leica Q3 Monochrom is the camera for photographers who have found their vision in black and white — who understand that removing colour does not diminish a photograph, but reveals its soul. With 60 megapixels, a Summilux lens, and Leica’s century of craftsmanship, every frame is a masterpiece waiting to be made.