Canon
PowerShot V10
Vertical pocket vlog camera with 1-inch CMOS, fixed 19mm f/2.8 lens, built-in kickstand, stereo mics, 4K30 video, and UVC webcam support.
$430
Launch priceReleased Jun 2023
Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Released within a month of each other.
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Wins
PowerShot V10
Wins
Q3
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 6,400)
- BQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 15.2 MP)
- APowerShot V10 has lower Weight (211 g vs 743 g)
- BQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 125)
- BQ3 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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PowerShot V10
63 × 90 × 34 mm
211 g (0.47 lb / 7.44 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
PowerShot V10 is 67mm narrower and 58mm thinner than Q3 but it is also 10mm taller.
PowerShot V10 is 532 g lighter than Q3.
Depth (front-to-back): 34mm PowerShot V10 · 92mm Q3
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PowerShot V10
63 × 90 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 V10
63 × 34 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Q3
130 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PowerShot V10
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
7.4× 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 V10
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 63.4, 90, 34.3
Card types
Adds microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC
Weight
211 g vs 743 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only PowerShot V10 supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only PowerShot V10 supports it
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
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 6,400 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Animal
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 15.2 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 125 — lower is better
Animal / bird AF
Only Q3 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
PowerShot V10
Pros
- ✓Vertical grip + built-in kickstand
- ✓1-inch sensor with 19mm f/2.8 wide lens
- ✓4K30 and Full HD 60p
- ✓Stereo mics + 3.5mm mic input
- ✓UVC/UAC webcam + live streaming
Cons
- –Fixed 19mm lens only
- –Non-removable internal battery
- –Contrast-detect AF only
- –2-inch LCD (small)
- –Digital IS only (crops frame)
Q3
Pros
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓Summilux 28mm lens
- ✓Built like a tank
- ✓Unique aesthetic
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Very expensive
- –No interchangeable system
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon PowerShot V10
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, PowerShot V10 or Q3?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for PowerShot V10 — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the PowerShot V10 and Q3?
PowerShot V10 is 15.2 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 V10 and Q3?
PowerShot V10 does not have IBIS, while Q3 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the PowerShot V10 and Q3?
PowerShot V10 weighs 211 g and Q3 weighs 743 g, so the PowerShot V10 is 532 g lighter.
Do the PowerShot V10 and Q3 record 4K video?
PowerShot V10: 4K up to 30p. Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the PowerShot V10 and Q3 weather sealed?
PowerShot V10: No. Q3: Yes.
How much does each cost?
PowerShot V10 launched at $430 and Q3 at $5,995. The PowerShot V10 is $5,565 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.