Leica Q3 43 camera accessory


New: Leica multifunction protector + built-in grip + Arca-Swiss plate


With the Q3 43 camera, Leica also announced a new Leica Multifunctional Protector for Q3 cameras, which is a dedicated half case that also adds a hand grip and Arca-type plate for tripod mounting. Primarily made from black leather, the case also retains direct access to the battery compartment for easy swapping without needing to remove the case.

  • Price: $250
  • For Q3 and Q3 43 Cameras
  • Black Leather Half Case
  • Integrated Hand Grip & Arca-Type Plate
  • Retains Direct Access to Battery

Leica BP-SCL6 battery

The Leica Q3 43 uses the BP-SCL6 battery (2200mAh) but is also backward compatible with the old 1860mAh version (it will have reduced battery life and will limit video to 4K).

  • Price: $200
  • For Q3, Q3 43, Q2, SL2, SL2-S Series Cameras
  • Charges via BC-SCL4 Charger
  • Supports In-Camera Charging

The new Leica Q3 43 is also compatible with all existing Q3 accessories:


More third-party Leica Q3 accessories can be found here:

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Leica announces a new Q3 camera with a 43mm f/2 APO lens


The previously rumored Leica Q3 camera with a 43mm f/2 APO lens is now officially announced:

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  • Full-frame BSI-CMOS-Sensor with Triple Resolution Technology (60MP / 36MP / 18MP)
  • Hybrid Autofocus System (Phase Detection AF + Contrast AF + Depth from Defocus + AI)
  • Tilting 3″ display and 5.67MP OLED viewfinder
  • Maestro IV processing engine
  • Fast and convenient connectivity with the Leica FOTOS app
  • Newly designed Leica 43mm APO-Summicron f/2 ASPH lens with integrated macro mode and leaf shutter featuring 11 elements in 8 groups plus 7 aspherical lens elements for eliminating aberrations
  • Expanded digital zoom range includes: 60mm (31 MP), 75mm (20 MP), 90mm (14 MP), 120mm (8 MP) & 150mm (5 MP)
  • Burst shooting up to 10 fps (mechanical shutter) or 15 fps (electronic shutter)
  • Visual compensation system for more stable photos & video recordings
  • 4K up to 60 fps & FHD up to 120 fps for video flexibility
  • New gray leatherette
  • ISO range from 50 to 100,000
  • Leica UX and intuitive operation
  • Full metal housing
  • Durable design with IP52-rated dust & water spray protection
  • All other features identical to the original Leica Q3 (28mm)
  • Leica Q3 43 accessories:

Leica Q3 43 camera accessory

Leica Q3 43 vs. Q3 vs. Q2 specifications comparison

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More Leica Q3 43mm f/2 APO camera leaks


More Leica Q3 43mm f/2 APO camera leaks (previous coverage can be found here.)

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Leica Q3 43 camera announcement tomorrow (more leaked pictures included)


The rumored Leica Q3 43 camera wiht a 43mm f/2 APO lens is expected to be announced tomorrow (September 26th). The price should be around €6,800.

Update – here is another Leica Q3 43 leak:

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The Leica M11-D camera is now shipping in a new packaging that does not include a charger


The Leica M11-D camera is now shipping in a new eco-friendly packaging that does not include a charger (you can buy it separately here):

The Leica M11-D is currently in stock at WEX Photo in the UK:


Calumet Photo is expecting shipping to start on October 1st:


Check Leica M11-D camera availability at:

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Unboxing videos:

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Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 50mm f/3.5 Type I / II VM lens review


Fred Miranda published a review of the new Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 50mm f/3.5 Type I / II VM lens for Leica M-mount  (orders now open at B&H | Koch | Calumet | PopFlash  Jo Geier). Here is the final conclusion:

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More Leica Q3 43 camera leaks

More Leica Q3 43 camera leaks:





Previous Leica Q3 43 camera leaks and rumors:

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