DJI
Pocket 2
Tiny 3-axis gimbal camera with 1/1.7-inch 64MP sensor, 20mm equivalent lens, and 4K 60p video.
$349
Released Oct 2020
Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Released May 2023
Q3 is 2.6 years newer.
Wins
Pocket 2
Wins
Q3
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 6,400)
- APocket 2 has lower Weight (117 g vs 743 g)
- BQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- APocket 2 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 350 shots)
- APocket 2 has higher Burst (mechanical) (6 fps vs 4 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Pocket 2
125 × 38 × 30 mm
117 g (0.26 lb / 4.13 oz)
Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Pocket 2 is 5mm narrower, 42mm shorter, and 62mm thinner than Q3.
Pocket 2 is 626 g lighter than Q3.
Depth (front-to-back): 30mm Pocket 2 · 92mm Q3
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
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
Pocket 2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124.7, 38.1, 30
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
117 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
6 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Resolution
64 MP vs 60.3 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Q3
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
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
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Eye AF
Only Q3 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Q3 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓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.
Pocket 2
Pros
- ✓Built-in 3-axis gimbal
- ✓64MP stills mode
- ✓4K 60p
- ✓Very small body
Cons
- –Older than Pocket 3
- –Smaller sensor
- –Tiny screen
Q3
Pros
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓Summilux 28mm lens
- ✓Built like a tank
- ✓Unique aesthetic
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Very expensive
- –No interchangeable system
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, Pocket 2 or Q3?
Q3 scores 7.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for Pocket 2 — 60.3MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the Pocket 2 and Q3?
Pocket 2 is 64 MP and Q3 is 60.3 MP, so the Pocket 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Pocket 2 and Q3 have in-body image stabilization?
Pocket 2 does not have IBIS, while q3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Pocket 2 or the Q3?
Pocket 2 reaches 11 fps electronic. Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Pocket 2 and Q3?
Pocket 2 weighs 117 g and Q3 weighs 743 g, so the Pocket 2 is 626 g lighter.
Do the Pocket 2 and Q3 record 4K video?
Pocket 2: 4K up to 60p. Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Pocket 2 and Q3 weather sealed?
Pocket 2: No. Q3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Pocket 2 and 350 shots for the Q3, giving the Pocket 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Pocket 2 launched at $349 and Q3 at $5,995. The Pocket 2 is $5,646 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.