Canon
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
Ultracompact pocket point-and-shoot with 20.2MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS, 12x 25–300mm OIS zoom, Full HD video, and Wi-Fi/NFC.
$379
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 2.3 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
Wins
Q3
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 3,200)
- APowerShot ELPH 360 HS A has lower Weight (146 g vs 743 g)
- BQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 20.2 MP)
- BQ3 has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 7.2 fps)
- BQ3 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (350 shots vs 180 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
100 × 58 × 23 mm
146 g (0.32 lb / 5.15 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 30mm narrower, 22mm shorter, and 69mm thinner than Q3.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 597 g lighter than Q3.
Depth (front-to-back): 23mm PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A · 92mm Q3
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
100 × 58 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Q3
130 × 80 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
100 × 23 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Q3
130 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
30.9× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 99.6, 58, 22.8
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
Weight
146 g vs 743 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Reasons to choose
Q3
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264, ProRes
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 80, 92
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 20.2 MP — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
15 fps vs 7.2 fps — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Q3 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Q3 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
Pros
- ✓True pocket ultracompact (146g)
- ✓12x 25–300mm optical zoom
- ✓Hybrid Auto + Creative Shot modes
- ✓Wi-Fi + NFC
- ✓7.2 fps high-speed burst
Cons
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Full HD only (no 4K)
- –Fixed non-touch LCD
- –microSD storage (not SD)
- –Legacy Mini-USB port
Q3
Pros
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓Summilux 28mm lens
- ✓Built like a tank
- ✓Unique aesthetic
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Very expensive
- –No interchangeable system
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Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A or Q3?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and Q3?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 20.2 MP and Q3 is 60.3 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and Q3?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A does not have IBIS, while Q3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A or the Q3?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A reaches 7.2 fps electronic. Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and Q3?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A weighs 146 g and Q3 weighs 743 g, so the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is 597 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and Q3 record 4K video?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A: Full HD. Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and Q3 weather sealed?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A: No. Q3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 180 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A and 350 shots for the Q3, giving the Q3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A launched at $379 and Q3 at $5,995. The PowerShot ELPH 360 HS A is $5,616 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Leica press materials.