Leica Q3 vs Leica X (Typ 113)

Its time to examine more closely at the Leica Q3 versus Leica X (Typ 113), both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Leica. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Q3 (60MP) and X (Typ 113) (16MP) and the Q3 (Full frame) and X (Typ 113) (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The Q3 was launched 8 years after the X (Typ 113) which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Q3 matches up against the X (Typ 113) when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q3 & Leica X. The complete galleries are provided at Leica Q3 Gallery & Leica X (Typ 113) Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica Q3 has exterior dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 93mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 743 grams (1.64 lbs) and the Leica X (Typ 113) has dimensions of 133mm x 73mm x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") having a weight of 486 grams (1.07 lbs).

Contrast the Leica Q3 versus Leica X (Typ 113) in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Q3 compared to the X (Typ 113).

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Q3 and X (Typ 113) is 60 and 71 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The pic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Q3 and X (Typ 113).

All in all, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Q3 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Leica Q3 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 44 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger Q3 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.