Fujifilm
GFX100RF
Fixed-lens 102MP medium format rangefinder-style camera with a 35mm f/4 lens and built-in ND filter.
$4,899
Released Mar 2025
Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Released May 2023
GFX100RF is 1.8 years newer.
Wins
GFX100RF
Wins
Q3
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 12,800)
- BQ3 has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 3 fps)
- AGFX100RF has higher Max video bit rate (720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- AGFX100RF has higher Battery life (CIPA) (820 shots vs 350 shots)
- BQ3 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
GFX100RF
134 × 90 × 77 mm
735 g (1.62 lb / 25.93 oz)
Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
GFX100RF is 16mm thinner than Q3 but it is also 4mm wider and 10mm taller.
GFX100RF is 8 g lighter than Q3.
Depth (front-to-back): 77mm GFX100RF · 92mm Q3
Sensor size, to scale
GFX100RF
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
1.7× 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
GFX100RF
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 133.5, 90.4, 76.5
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle/Bike…
Max video bit rate
720 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Card types
Adds SDXC V90, SSD via USB
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT
Battery life (CIPA)
820 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only GFX100RF supports it
Reasons to choose
Q3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 80, 92
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
15 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 80 — lower is better
Codecs
Adds ProRes
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓EVF resolution — Both 5,760,000
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GFX100RF
Pros
- ✓102MP medium format image quality
- ✓Compact fixed-lens GFX design
- ✓Built-in 4-stop ND
- ✓High-resolution EVF
Cons
- –Fixed 35mm f/4 lens
- –No IBIS
- –Premium niche camera
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, GFX100RF or Q3?
Q3 scores 7.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for GFX100RF — 60.3MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the GFX100RF and Q3?
GFX100RF is 102 MP and Q3 is 60.3 MP, so the GFX100RF captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GFX100RF and Q3 have in-body image stabilization?
GFX100RF does not have IBIS, while q3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GFX100RF or the Q3?
GFX100RF reaches 6 fps mechanical. Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GFX100RF and Q3?
GFX100RF weighs 735 g and Q3 weighs 743 g, so the GFX100RF is 8 g lighter.
Do the GFX100RF and Q3 record 4K video?
GFX100RF: 4K up to 30p. Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the GFX100RF and Q3 weather sealed?
GFX100RF: Yes. Q3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 820 shots (CIPA) for the GFX100RF and 350 shots for the Q3, giving the GFX100RF the edge.
How much does each cost?
GFX100RF launched at $4,899 and Q3 at $5,995. The GFX100RF is $1,096 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.