The PERFECT Point and Shoot Camera! (Leica Q3 Review)

In this video, I’m sharing my experience with the Leica Q3 (28mm)-a camera that’s as much about the feeling it gives you as the photos it takes. Whether you’re just starting out or curious about upgrading, I’ll walk you through what stood out to me and what might surprise you. We’ll talk about the good, the not-so-good, and the moments where this camera truly shines. No heavy specs talk-just an honest look at what it’s like to actually use the Q3 day-to-day. If you’ve ever wondered if a camera like this is worth it, this video’s for you.
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[@madebyjovan]

Came here to thank you! Watched this awhile back and made the decision to get the Q3. Brought it to a concert yesterday and you know, I'm really impressed with the image and video quality! Thank you!

[@TonyEbikemeJr]

I love the Q system. Not a lot of people understand it they think it’s traditional point and shoot. It’s a lot more than that.

[@Colin-z8z]

Let me correct you on that mate,it’s has Manual controls it’s not a point and shoot simple as that👍

[@TonyEbikemeJr]

@ how are you correcting me? I was pointing out that lots of people reviewing it on here call it a point and shoot.

[@Colin-z8z]

@@TonyEbikemeJr right ok,point is no point and shoot camera is 5-6k

[@nafizhaq4554]

Yet its over piced!

[@JJCPhotography]

Q series is super great, great videos made！Keep it up.

[@markscheuern5066]

I really love my Q2 Monochrom.

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

After getting the OG Q3 in 2023 I have been neglecting my A7R5 which i still love.. I try to alternate between the 2 depending on my itinerary for the day

[@jerry.cray_II]

Your work is so beautiful, Tilly!!❤📷 I just picked up the original Q for a bargain and I absolutely love it!! On a side note, I just wanna mention that while the Q series are single-lens cameras, they are not point-and-shoot cameras. The user may have complete control over the exposure and focus🙏🏿

[@PROWATCHES]

Great photos!

[@hendrixg]

Such a sick camera. Great results as well. Are these straight out of camera?

[@tillyshull]

Agreed! Yep, straight from the camera. The black and white are in the monochrome setting too.

[@ChrisLRobinson]

No lie nail on the coffin here with the concert pictures! reason I've ambassodered the Q for years..... You can go to shows with it! sports events with it! no problem! the 43mm only makes it sweater for the crop with 60mp if you seats are mid! Great point here!

[@KRSchannel]

If you like Q3, wait till you try Hasselblad X2D you will never go back. Nothing matches the pure color and clarity and sharpness of a X 2-D try it.

[@RickMentore]

The Hasselblad X2D is the perfect camera! Leica Q3 43 the perfect camera? The AF is slower than the Sony and other full Frame cameras, the viewfinder is not much better, it has a fixed lens and it cost so much more than the others. I like the Leica Q3 43 design, image look and the sound it makes when capturing images but "perfect camera" it is not!

[@crazedcameracollector]

Oh yes! I bought one of these last year and I will NEVER sell this or upgrade. I also own the X100V and I do like that too because the built-in flash is very convenient for family get-togethers.

[@RickMentore]

Tilly Shull, would you consider doing a comparison video between this Leica and the Sony A7CR with say, the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G or SIGMA's 45mm F2.8 DG DN | C. I think the Sony is the better camera in all but one category; value retention!

[@Alex_564]

I'd be curious to know what you think of the Sony RX1 series & Ricoh GR line-up. Unrelated, that's a cool nail color that you make look great.

[@photomorti]

Perfect besides the price haha. And maby for a camera this expensive i would expect top class 2024 autofocus performance but its still an amazing camera. The rendering is so good.

[@PBimagescom]

Beautiful shots! Agree 200%! Its revolutionizing my photography! Price IS WORTH IT! Oh and f/1.7, not f/1.2. :)

[@arndtbc]

The fly in the ointment is the price, I have a Nikon Z7II and Z8. I can drop a 28 or a 40mm lens on either, better value and close enough in image quality. The Leica Qs are great but who's got $7k to drop on a point and shoot. I want one too but then I have to stop myself from going $7K in debt. Nice review.

[@Daniel_Zalman]

That's definitely a better value proposition. However, only the expensive Nikon glass approaches the quality of Leica glass. Personally, 28mm is too wide for me for an everyday carry (not interested in cropping). If I was a rich guy and had enough to blow on multiple cameras, I'd get the Leica Q3 43mm version and a Medium Format Hasselblad with a few lenses.

[@arndtbc]

@@Daniel_Zalman I agree if I could shoot Leica and Hasselblad I would. I used to shoot hasselblad in the Film days and loved those cameras. Now I use the 24-70 2.8 and 14-24 2.8 alot but I still use that 40 F2 and the 35 F1.8S and I still like the images out of those lenes as well. Man a square Hasselblad was a great thing!

[@Daniel_Zalman]

@@arndtbc Do you use the 24-70 for work or for personal stuff? I've always loved the idea of a 24-70 f/2.8 (it's the range that I like to shoot in and 2.8 gives enough of a shallow DOF when I'm looking for that look) but I found the weight prohibitive for just a day out in the city. I can carry one, I just think it becomes a chore after some time (maybe I'm wrong). For now, I mostly have the 50 1.8s mounted on my z8 and carry a 35 or 85 in my bag, depending on what I think I may want to capture that day.

[@arndtbc]

@@Daniel_Zalman I have used a 24-70 2.8 for many years so I'm used to it. Its not light but the glass is high quality and the range is perfect for me. I use on on a Z8 mostly. I also have the 35 1.8 S, 58 1.4G and the 105 2.8 S macro. I love them all but Its just as easy to carry the 24-70. It feels like a pro level lens in the hand, no compromises, aside from its a bit heavier. I used to do Professional work but these days I just do photography for me, It makes me much happier. I also use the Z7II and use the 35, 40, 58 on that camera more.

[@markscheuern5066]

It's more than a P&S, and buying used (that's what I did) helps. Still not cheap, but worth it, IMO.

[@stephenelliott7071]

I was so tempted to take the Q3 43 to a concert but had concerns of it being called a professional zoom camera so didn't. How did you convince somebody at a concert (that maybe doesn't know anything about cameras) it was a fixed focal length camera?

[@tillyshull]

I showed them the “28” on the lens and explained that it’s the focal length, and it doesn’t have a range so it cannot zoom. I also turned the camera on and showed them that the focus ring didn’t zoom, just focuses.

[@orendo]

The widest aperture is f/1.7, not f/1.2. This camera is as phenomenal as Billy Strings.

[@Ranger629]

Quick info, both Q3 and A7R are using the same sensor because Leica bought the 60MP sensor from Sony and amended it slightly to change it to a sensor that does not auto focus. So tbh M11, Q3, or any Leica rocking the 60MP sensor are just extremely over priced Sony cameras. The last good Leica sensor was M9 and M10 variants.

[@cristibaluta]

Doesn't really matter who makes the sensor, sometimes they design them but most never manufacture them. Leica is all about lenses and design

[@mp_martin]

You’re obviously completely new to photography but you have a $6k point and shoot camera? Must be nice. BTW, the sensor in your Leica is made by Sony. It’s the same sensor as you Sony.

[@markscheuern5066]

In a different camera. And yes, having a Leica is nice.

[@nafizhaq4554]

I dont think the price is justified given sony can do similar if not better with half of its cost l!

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[@eatenbyopium]

colors on the x100 series cameras in my opinion are terrible.

[@phil488pista9]

Hmmm..... Ok

[@RickMentore]

Leica Q3 43 the perfect camera? The AF is slower than the Sony and other full Frame cameras, the viewfinder is not much better, it has a fixed lens and it cost so much more than the others. I like the Leica Q3 43 design, image look and the sound it makes when capturing images but "perfect camera" it is not!

[@Bettus074]

No, it doesn't have IBIS...

[@tillyshull]

Apologies, I misspoke, it does not have IBIS, but it does have optical image stabilization built into the lens.

[@tj2375]

Are you yet another youtuber that forgets to turn off the mirror effect on the front facing camera or is this ironic? God I'm so tired of mirrored images. May 2025 take them away forever

[@cristibaluta]

What are you talking about? This was not shot with a phone

[@macjim]

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[@jotjotzzz5357]

This camera is $7,000+!!! Go buy an upgraded iPhone or Android and that camera also works as a phone and spend $$6k on other things!! Call it a day. Leica is luxury brand 💩! Stop promoting them!

[@stevecarmichael6150]

Oh dear. Clearly never owned a Leica…

[@publicanimal59]

Poor man story

[@haribojongho]

I got an almost new one for 4.8k… other pre-owned ones are around 4.5k here in Germany

[@markscheuern5066]

Oh, dear!. I have a couple of Leicas and I've upset you! What will I do, now?