The Leica Q3 camera is rumored to be officially announced on May 26th:
- Leica is expected to announce the Q3 on May 26th
- Improved focus illumination mechanism
- Contactless charging system (similar to how an electric toothbrush is charged)
- New finish
- Same 60MP sensor and image processor as the Leica M11
- Same body, lens, and image stabilization as the Leica Q2
- Code name “Wilson”
- Higher price than the Q2 (currently $5,795)
- Tilt screen
- Higher MP EVF
- Internal memory
- USB C charging
- 8k video (I have been going back and forth on this one, still not 100%)
- Phase detect AF
- New handgrip with wireless charging
- Shutter button with a traditional cable release
- Same Leica BP-SCL4 lithium-ion battery but with higher power/mAh (milliamp/hour)
New IDS Works modular grip for Leica Q2 cameras officially released and available for pre-order