Leica Q3 - 1 Month Later: Why This Camera is Sold Out Everywhere!

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The new Leica Q3 is finally here. After over 100+ hours with it a full month later, this is my honest review of the Leica Q3 as a first-time Leica owner and I'll detail out its flaws and compare it to my Fuji X100V. The Leica Q3 is undoubtedly an incredible camera and a photographer’s dream, but it’s also incredibly expensive and yet, STILL sold out almost everywhere - so is it worth it?
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Leica Q3 - 1 Month Later: Why This Camera is Sold Out Everywhere!

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@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

📷Let me knowwhich photos you liked more in the video? The Leica Q3 or Fuji X100V shots?

@AsfakAli-ee3dx Год назад

0pp

@BulboLives Месяц назад

Ack! You said you would link to the Hungarian neck strap you are using. I would like that link. Enjoy your videos, am looking to purchase a Q2-Reporter Edition, used, soon and that strap looks very useful. Thumbs up to you! Dang! I just found the link. ☹ Thanks!

@toneyf Год назад

finally someone on the internet has spoken a word about leica looks. was curious about it. thanks for the video, it's great!

@leafsfan71 Год назад

Great video. I have the Q2 it's the best camera i have ever had. I have preordered Q3 and cannot wait to get it. Enjoy!

@prateek.agarwal024 Год назад

All the photos were amazing but the Leica Q3 caught my attention! it was a fun insightful video for me!

@abdullauae8757 9 месяцев назад

Just bought it 2 days ago .. thank you for your nice review .. will start my journey with Leica with Q3 and will try to capture the beauty of Abu Dhabi and Dubai with it

@TheToyFrontier Год назад

I ordered my Q3, now i need to wait 3 months to get it. Can't wait to use it.

@corner559 11 месяцев назад

Fantastic review. Such a well done video.

@MilmidStudios Год назад

Looking to get my hands on one of these beauties! Thanks for the review. Does anyone know what the wait times are like?

@gearetal Год назад

Great vid. Im really excited for mine to arrive. Love the Black Bay too!

@gearetal Год назад

red dot

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

Love finding watch enthusiasts in the comments! Thanks for watching James :)

@agrnbrg Год назад

Great review. I'm waiting for mine to arrive.

@sc1 Год назад

My Q3 just arrived this week. Love it. Red Dot.

@MARKLINMAN1 Год назад

Cant wait to get mine, i did NOT pre order so im figuring sometime around NOVEMBER/DECEMBER for me.

@hdm-nm 10 месяцев назад

Great sample shots! When not using the hood, why not use the thread protector ring?

@kenn6592 8 месяцев назад

Good review. Thanks.

@MichaelGu Год назад

red dot ;) would love to see you compare the x100v vs. something like the Ricoh GR IIIx!

@W.Walker 7 месяцев назад

First of all, thx for the nice review! I was in love until i saw the delay on the menu. For this money it should work perfect, without any delay.

@tonyadamis4171 Год назад

For me, the Q2M and Q3 demand the addition of the hand and thumb grips. The ergonomic upgrade with those accessories is quite substantial.

@d.spence5384 Год назад

didn't even know the Q3 was out! I tried the Q2 and found it amazing so I can only imagine how nice the new one is, photos look great

@torsteinv34 Год назад

Finally someone who mentions the tilt-forward due to heavy lens issue. it has bothered me that no one seems to care about this. Good job!

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

Haha it bothered me immediately!

@mhnajjar 2 месяца назад

This shows true German engineering! It bothered me a lot.

@LLeung656 Год назад

Hi, I'm particularly interested to know which camera you used to capture the shot at the 0.05 mark right at the beginning. I really appreciate that cinematic touch. :)

@jaredforney2372 Год назад

Just sold my X100V to put towards a Q3. I got it at launch; I agree it's a great little camera, but I've been waiting for the Q3 since...well since I got the 100V. 😆 I also had some issues with the heat shielding that required a trip to Fujifilm (though it was fine after that). I preordered the Q3 on launch day, and while I may be waiting awhile, I'll probably be using an X-T4 with 35 prime in the meantime when I want that fixed-lens feel.

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

It's insane that almost the entire Fuji XT lineup is now backordered, likely people opting for the XT since it's tough to get an X100V!

@jensschettler1732 Год назад

Your ex x100v was the far suporior image buildung machine.

@emuk5543 Год назад

Red Dot I love how you review the Leica Q3 but keep mentioning the Fujifilm X100V! 😅 How would you rate the low light capabilities of the Q3? Did you have issues with LED lights, like banding?

@danielleamber7353 Год назад

Red dot on being on waitlists for this camera. It is so dang hard to get one here so the expectation is high. Glad to see a new cam being tested on the channel every now and then seeing how you loved the X100V so much.

@JiriCvrk Год назад

Thanks so much! 🤗🌞

@maximusaugustus6823 10 месяцев назад

I will get a Q3 as soon as I can find one and will use it for the rest of my life, like a Ferraris, it doesn't matter how old they become they keep their value and coolness.

@pixelmixture3067 Год назад

i wish leica added a xpan aspect ratio way to aim shoot and capture ... this 60MPx sensor would allow what fuji did with their medium format camera allowing to shoot in panorama mode.

@dennisvanmierlo 5 месяцев назад

Hi Andrew, about the Red Dot... I just sold my X100V and upgrade to my future X100VI. But while I'm waiting on my pre-order, I'm still contemplating if an upgrade to the Q3 instead would be a better decision. The X100VI has now the same 40MP 6 stops stabilized sensor and X-processor 5 as the X-T5. Is in your opinion the Q3 still worth it? Lot's of greetings, Dennis 🇱🇺

@PROWATCHES Год назад

Nice photos, and watch reference

@meos Год назад

Great review Andrew! Really appreciate that you actually used the camera for a month so we get some actual pros and cons of the camera from using it for an extended period! Really curious about the video features too. The 8K footage definitely looks a bit shaky, wonder if it's better at other resolutions.. Red dot ;)

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

Thanks Meos! I always try and give factor a real-life amount of time to give you guys an honest opinion vs just rushing it out for viral content. 4K is just as shaky tbh, you'll need a gimbal for any serious video on the Q3

@meos Год назад

@@AndrewEthanZeng The work you put in definitely shows in your content! I would mostly use a tripod but using a gimbal is kind of a dealbreaker (too big for onebag-travel) for me. My search for the 'perfect' travel/youtube/stills camera continues.. Perhaps the A7C II..? Thanks so much for getting back to me! :)

@BlissCigarCo Год назад

Enjoyed that. Red dot 😊

@slythecatproductions Год назад

Nice review totally agree..

@jkpinpdx Год назад

Red dot! Got mine preordered and now just waiting!!! 🤪

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

Time to stock up on accessories!

@Nightryder7 6 месяцев назад

Which camera did u use for recording this video. Thx

@astudent1109 Год назад

Many thanks for sharing your first time with Leica experience. It would be great if could do a set up guide for the first time users; how to use manual settings vis vis auto ones, etc. What pitfalls to expect and such

@stuartshook3614 Год назад

Great video. Excellent production value especially the night footage. I currently shoot with the Q2M and am curious to see how well the Q3 renders black and white. I’m on the waitlist so hopefully I’ll find out soon. (Pro tip: both the hand grip and thumb grip are huge ergonomic improvements.) Red dot! 🔴

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

B&W is rendered really, really nicely...but it definitely won't eclipse an image sensor designed exclusively for grayscale (your Q2M). Thanks for watching!

@bibowj Год назад

Hey there- I have the Q3 and the Q2M and while the Q3 is amazing , it still cant compete with the tonal range of the Q2M for BWs. It can on SOME images, but most times I just cant duplicate those grey tones.

@stuartshook3614 Год назад

@@bibowj thanks for sharing your insights. Much appreciated.

@VL-qx5jn 16 дней назад

I have a travel photo question. I have a Canon R6. I am going on a family trip to Paris and am looking to take the best and most compact camera as possible. I was looking to rent the Q3 simply for quality and compactness. Would you recommend the Q3 to rent and take in place of my R6 with a 24-70 L. Thank you in advance 👍

@bobbyr500 Год назад

Awesome video! I appreciated the pros & cons being included given that most people just list pros… especially for Leica. I think the Leica Q3 looks amazing but the price tag has priced me out for the moment. I already have the X100V as my EDC camera so at least I have one piece of unobtainium 😂

@boyantrifonov 4 месяца назад

Red Dot The Leica Shots were something else. Very clear and sharp without being too sterile and digital. As I am interested more in humans for photography - I think the photos from the Leica are more "human" and seem realistic and a bit dreamy. The past years I have invested the Panasonic Lumix S5 I and S5 II X and lenses for my RU-vid projects. Now that I am done I can start working towards the Q3 Not because I need it. Because I want it. The Q3 with the improved AF and tilting screen is a camera that once you buy it you can happily use it for decades! It might be an heirloom to your children. Software and AF systems might be developing but optical quality is optical quality. This is an object that is buy nice, cry once. Definitely not for everyone. But definitely for a particular person!

@robertjames6936 Год назад

idk much about cameras but I think your Fuji pictures look nicer to me personally. I really want to get one.

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

So if you had the choice...Q3 or X100V?

@robertjames6936 Год назад

@@AndrewEthanZeng X100V for me, I think the actual camera looks nicer and takes pictures that I like the look of more then the Q3. Also its cheaper. If I had unlimited money and could only get one I think I'd still choose the X100V though.

@shutterlag192 10 месяцев назад

With the price of the x100v you can spend a touch more and get the original leica Q which is great in every way except for slow but accurate AF. Can’t wait for the sl3! Could potential justify that one for work.

@imoafaq 10 месяцев назад

Why don't u have the lens hood on when out?

@ramontg5488 15 дней назад

Ever had problems with the aperture ring not showing the exposure on the viewfinder simultaneously? Like you change it and nothing happens on the viewfinder you can only see the results once you see the pictures…

@payperview714 Год назад

such a nice red dot review!

@thomasherzog2610 Год назад

Nice review, thanks! I always shoot with Fuji, but unfortunately no rangefinder cam is actually in their portfolio. So I am also on the waiting list for the Q3...

@chrisulliott Год назад

Q3 isn't a rangefinder.

@belgianbushrc7934 Год назад

Xpro/x100 series are more of a rangefinder-style camera than a q... Leica do however make iconic and overpriced ACTUAL rangefinder cameras though!

@obsidian00 Год назад

Andrew...You have been the first reviewer of the Q3 that gave me the one thing that I require from a camera review...PHOTOS! Not just photos but bangers all the way around! Don't tell me what it can do, SHOW ME.

@chaeugene Год назад

Ouch at the premium price tag but Leica Q3 delivers a shooting experience and image quality that justify the investment!😁 RED DOT!

@uwejansch4235 11 месяцев назад

where is the link?

@hoymikey 10 месяцев назад

I was contemplating to get an X100v but it is a bit overpriced, so might as well stick to Leica. I did use the X100f before and it was a good everyday camera yet my ultimate dream camera to own is a Leica camera and I did the shift to the M10. It has been 4yrs and tried multiple M-lenses and some vintage ones as well, decided to go seamless with the Q. Just sold my M10 system and already pre-order the Q3, hope to get great things in this camera and hopefully Leica will add more film like presets.

@kozysounds3851 8 месяцев назад

How are you liking the switch? Im debating q3 vs m11

@hoymikey 8 месяцев назад

@@kozysounds3851 pretty satisfying 😅

@bobsykes Год назад

Red dot. And yes, Leica's lenses just make photos that look a little different. You have to use one to appriciate it.

@Stickybutton 9 месяцев назад

It’s sold out because the lens & M11 combo is double the cost. How do you feel about distorted cropping?

@johnkasianowicz6536 Год назад

I had a Q2 Monochrom, and found it to be a high quality and fun camera. I only sold it because I ordered an M11 Monochrom. Next year, I plan to get a Q3, because I miss the look and feel of the Q design.😊

@TravieTrav_DMV Год назад

Red Dot! I enjoyed the video for the positives and criticisms. Also cool to see how you incorporated the clothing brand into this one!

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

Glad to hear you enjoyed all parts of the video including the sponsor segment, thanks for watching until the end!

@JasperMeurs Год назад

This is a really interesting video, thank you for the in-depth review! I have been looking at Leica for a while now, mainly their M-series. I feel comparing Leica and Fuji is great example of building an iconic brand. Although I think I would love the Fuji just as much, I really "just want" a Leica. One question though, how do you feel about the weight of this camera? My current camera is a Sony a7III with the 24mm 1.4 GM and it is just really heavy to carry around... Oh, and RED DOT!

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

Hey Jasper! So I feel like Leica did a perfect job making the Q3 light enough for travel yet heavy enough to feel super high-end and durable. It's all the details that add up to the aspirational quality of a Leica

@JasperMeurs Год назад

@@AndrewEthanZeng That’s very helpful. Thank you!

@thealmostmillennial7570 Год назад

Both cameras are so unobtainable right now 😭

@macjim Год назад

It’s so expensive because of the brand name, the build quality and… that lens. I’m trying to find a way to buying a Q3 which that means selling all of my cameras (including my beloved X100V) to part fund it, and with some savings too. I’ve owned Leica cameras before, the D-Lux 5 and an M9 with a Leica 35mm lens but sold them a long time ago… it was desperate times… but they had to go.

@meat_loves_wasabi Год назад

I have A7R5 but sometimes it feels too bulky to bring around... So I preordered the Q3 after having some hands on time and taking sample photos.. It will be my first Leica

@Eliehbk Год назад

Please see my comment above. I have a Q2, M11 and a Sony a7rv. Trust me, the Q isn’t small to be pocketable, slap the 28mm f2 on your Sony and the difference in size is negligible, saves you 5500 as well.

@prathamkamath8280 Год назад

How's the r5?

@Eliehbk Год назад

@@prathamkamath8280 best camera I ever used. I also like the new Sony color, they’re pretty neutral and can be tweaked to anyone’s liking.

@Kraken54321 2 месяца назад

You should try the compact 24 2.8, 40 2.5, or 50 2.5 lenses with your A7R5.

@rogerhuston8287 Год назад

Qustion, does the Q3 have clean HDMI out?

@gam3955 Год назад

Yes

@user-sm3vh3wo7v Год назад

Hey, I'm on the waitlist for a Q3 near my local Leica store. This will be my first Leica, so I'm excited! Do you recommend buying a lens filter for this camera? I want to buy a case and strap for it on day 1, but was wondering given the price it costs, if I should buy a UV filter to protect it?

@GoodLifeInSpain Год назад

I love my Q2, it's a sensational camera. Obviously, the Q3 has a little more 'advanced' technology and a flip up screen, but I can't see any real benefit to "upgrade" for the way I shoot. That said, I also own a Fujifilm XT-4 and a X100V...and, truth be known...I absolutely love those cameras as well and typically find myself grabbing the X100V on my way out the door.

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

Curious why you personally find yourself grabbing the X100V instead?

@GoodLifeInSpain Год назад

@@AndrewEthanZeng It's hard to say exactly, but I think it boils down to two factors; handling and speed. While the Q2 has that 'special' Leica feel about it, the ergonomics of the Fujifilm cameras are exceptional. Anyone who shoots with the XT series or the X100V knows exactly what I'm talking about. They handle extremely well and, for me, I have an intuitive muscle memory with them where I just don't even need to think about making adjustments while shooting in a fast environment. The other factor is speed. I am not referring to its ISO or low light performance, but, rather, how quick and versatile they are to use. Now, having shot with the Q3, you know that it is a camera that requires you to S-L-O-W down. Yes, it can be, and is often used as a street 'run and gun' camera, but the Q2 and the Q3 are better suited for slower shooting environments. In a sense...and this is not meant to sound snobbish...they are a 'thinking man's camera'. They urge you to shoot at a slower pace. Also, with the huge mega-pixel count, focus and shutter speed are critical for getting tack-sharp images. Don't get me wrong, I love my Q2 and I use it often, but there is no denying that Fujifilm is something special.

@yvesdroptravels4446 6 месяцев назад

@@GoodLifeInSpain thanks for this... I love my XT2 cam and 33mm 1.4 lens... tho thinking to also have leica but cant let go of my fuji haha

@TheVFXbyArt 6 месяцев назад

Just an x100v… or now the x100VI. The high mega pixels, weight and slower processing creates quality of life issues. The trans 4 generation used in recent Fujis are a fast and useful combination.

@antoineveling2650 11 месяцев назад

Exhausting listening! Any chance you could consider taking a breath between phrases? It may well help this listener enjoy much more what I found to be a great users review. Thanks for posting your experience with the Q3. I’ve have just managed to grab one for myself. Cheers. 😅

@jimtong Год назад

Get a thumb grip. It is a game changer.

@olvanahmackenzie8129 Год назад

I think for the price tag, not worth it maybe, just go for Q2. I mean 6k usd is a lot of money. One can buy a good performance share on the stock market or an old rolex submariner. It be worthed if one make videos or pics for clientele.

@andyagnew3755 Год назад

Hey I managed to get a Q3 but going to go back to my M11, anyone want to buy mine?

@gam3955 Год назад

With medium raw, Q3 has 15 stops dynamic range. Large and small raw give 14 stops dynamic range

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

This is super interestng - first time I've heard, do you know why this is?

@rkriisk Год назад

Had many Leica’s including film ones and agree that not all digital ones are good. However Leica gets it right more often than some others and even bad ones have character. I think Leica philosophy is sometimes this purist thinking that encourages you to fall back to your artistic side and forget camera completely. I know that’s probably nonsense, because most cameras today are usually more capable than 99 % of its users can ever be and the sky is the limit but some things are at least perceivably different. As most cameras scream to you here are MY capabilities use them, Leica is quiet and allows you to be better you. Encouraging you to fall back to basics of light, composition and simple moment in time reminding you that less is more.

@cpchow6675 Год назад

Nice review. I was wondering what SD card are you using and what are your resolution settings (MP, JPG+RAW?). Ex-owner of a Q2 for 3 years, the ergonomics of Q series is very well thought out, I see Q3 as an improvement with all the in camera charging and tilt screen for example.

@raghavmaheshwari17 Год назад

But my question still remains the same - Why to buy this if I have Sony A1 or any other flagship mirrorless camera ??

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

If you have a Sony A1, then no justifable reason tbh - except maybe if you really want a travel-friendly Leica camera or particularly love the Leica look

@ScottieMacPhoto Год назад

Did you say $6,000? Leica store in Sydney is advertising at $10k

@simon359 Год назад

I’m curious about the learning curve in editing Leica raws? The reason I ask is because I’ve seen some images on the dpreview and I wasn’t impressed! Also, don’t fool yourself into believing that a cropped digital image from the Q3 will ever compare to the separation and bokeh of a camera using interchangeable prime lenses!

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

It definitely doesn't compare but it's a great all-in-one option, particularly if you want to one-camera when travelling. Also yeah, it's been an adjustment to Leica's raw files, but a rewarding one

@alialyousifi Год назад

Red Dot! so will i get one for free now?

@takuan650 8 месяцев назад

Good review, but no film simulation and hybrid viewfinder as a negative ? I'd find both features gimmicky and cheap. This is Leica not frumpy Fuji.

@yvesdroptravels4446 6 месяцев назад

Are you a fuji user before?

@ZietInvests 8 месяцев назад

One of the best poison video 😂

@musiclover4311 11 месяцев назад

is it SOOO much better than an iPhone?? Q3 is after all a point and shoot camera.

@DanBuell Год назад

Looks like Sony finally released the new Sony rx1r iii?

@Blue_thinking Год назад

hello great video

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

Thanks for watching!

@Old-School-Liberal 10 месяцев назад

All your negatives about the camera is a plus to me. Not a Fuji fan had 2 in the past they feel like amateur cameras.

@Hofology 9 месяцев назад

My Rolex AD sells Leica 😂 Nice Black Bay btw

@ggs0605 Год назад

Red dot there buddy!

@vlcheish Год назад

I would look for a Q2 in good condition over this and save a couple grand.

@RaviMistry Год назад

Smart, and you get cmosis sensor

@heavyizthacrown-5842 Год назад

I like the Fuji shots more. 🤔

@AndrewEthanZeng Год назад

To be fair, the Leica shots are completely RAW and unedited whereas the Fuji shots have the applied Fujifilm Simulation (so in ways are colorgraded/edited)

@darkroom8317 Год назад

For the first tyme in my life I have some disposable income. I am torn between this Q3 & the new Hassy X2D 100C with their 35mm lens. The one good thing I won’t have to worry about is quality, cuz in this day & age most things now are well built! Loved the video & the night shots. I mostly shoot portraits with flash & friends cars in low light. I love the RED DOT 🔴 camera, I just wish it was muted or black, or on the box only.

@thekingson1605 5 месяцев назад

did you buy a second-hand one? now is like $10000 something

@weasa55 Год назад

Might be clearer to say $6K USD which is $9K+ AUD

@gurugamer8632 6 месяцев назад

Why didn’t you buy Leica M11 + 35mm APO ?

@mcelliot 24 дня назад

what a funny old question. I bought a Q3 and not the combo you suggested, for three reasons. 1 : I wanted a 28mm lens. 2 : I want autofocus and some video capability, and 3 : it is much more 'affordable' to buy the Q3, which includes the lens in the price

@andreeszeto4839 Год назад

Red dot

@markbaigent8373 Год назад

Put another card slot in it and you have a camera for weddings

@carmenrosabenjamina7207 Год назад

Fujix100v

@bobbeaner2835 10 месяцев назад

Red dot!

@maxhoh Год назад

red dot

@moltonlava Год назад

If only you could find an X100V for 1/5th the price of a Q3.

@TrekCZ 9 месяцев назад

What are the benefits of having a hairy keyboard and mouse pad? Do they improve your typing or work performance, or reduce your stress levels? Do you vacuum your keyboard regularly or use a lint roller? Do you have any pets that like to sleep on your hairy keyboard and mouse pad?

@gothamindembaum 3 месяца назад

I dont believe there is a leica look but there is a q2/3 look due to that lens and sensors. that is undeniable.

@mcroman-superfeat 6 месяцев назад

We forget Hasselblad ? ... Think a better buy and use, if spend all this money, ... ;)

@geoffreywoytt Год назад

Red Dot 🔴

@tombass Год назад

Some people wear a 10k watch, others a 10k camera. The latter is far better value.

@jamesread9421 4 месяца назад

Some wear both 😉

@peetje28021970 Год назад

Heavy? Jeez man.

@matiasuribe3590 Год назад

I am actually really looking forward to saving up for one. Im gonna try my best to get it for myself for my 21st bday coming up soon, its just something so cool and something I will probably keep for many many years so it seems like its worth it. It is kinda disappointing (in a good way) that everyone is getting one... hopefully I can manage to snag one HAH. Red Dot