Canon
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
2016 ultracompact pocket camera with 20.2MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS, 12x 25–300mm OIS zoom, Full HD video, and Wi-Fi/NFC.
$210
Launch priceReleased Jan 2016
Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Q3 is 7.4 years newer.
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Wins
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
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 has lower Weight (147 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
100 × 58 × 23 mm
147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 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 is 30mm narrower, 22mm shorter, and 69mm thinner than Q3.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 596 g lighter than Q3.
Depth (front-to-back): 23mm PowerShot ELPH 360 HS · 92mm Q3
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
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
100 × 23 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Q3
130 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS
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
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 100, 58, 23
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
147 g vs 743 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only PowerShot ELPH 360 HS 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
Pros
- ✓True pocket ultracompact (147g)
- ✓12x 25–300mm optical zoom
- ✓Hybrid Auto + Creative Shot modes
- ✓Wi-Fi + NFC
- ✓SD card slot (not microSD)
Cons
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Full HD only (no 4K)
- –Fixed non-touch LCD
- –Discontinued (superseded by HS A)
- –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
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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 or Q3?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for PowerShot ELPH 360 HS — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Q3?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS 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 and Q3?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS does not have IBIS, while Q3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS or the Q3?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS reaches 7.2 fps electronic. Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Q3?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS weighs 147 g and Q3 weighs 743 g, so the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is 596 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Q3 record 4K video?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS: Full HD. Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Q3 weather sealed?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS: No. Q3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 180 shots (CIPA) for the PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and 350 shots for the Q3, giving the Q3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot ELPH 360 HS launched at $210 and Q3 at $5,995. The PowerShot ELPH 360 HS is $5,785 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.