Fujifilm
X half
Premium vertical-first compact with 1-inch sensor, 32mm f/2.8 lens, 13 Film Simulations, 2-in-1 frame combine, OVF, and instax Link printing.
$850
Launch priceReleased Jun 2025
Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
X half is 2.1 years newer.
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Wins
X half
Wins
Q3
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 12,800)
- BQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 200)
- BQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 17.7 MP)
- AX half has lower Weight (240 g vs 743 g)
- AX half has higher Battery life (CIPA) (880 shots vs 350 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X half
106 × 64 × 46 mm
240 g (0.53 lb / 8.47 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
X half is 24mm narrower, 16mm shorter, and 46mm thinner than Q3.
X half is 503 g lighter than Q3.
Depth (front-to-back): 46mm X half · 92mm Q3
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X half
106 × 64 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.
X half
106 × 46 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Q3
130 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X half
13.3 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
117 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
X half
Codecs
Adds H.264 (MOV/MP4)
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105.8, 64.3, 45.8
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
240 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
880 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
AA filter
Only X half supports it
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 12,800 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 200 — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Animal
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 17.7 MP — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only Q3 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓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.
X half
Pros
- ✓1-inch sensor + 32mm f/2.8
- ✓Vertical 3:4 default + 2-in-1 mode
- ✓13 Film Simulations + instax filters
- ✓Optical viewfinder + 2.4" touchscreen
- ✓880 frames per charge (CIPA)
Cons
- –Fixed 32mm lens only
- –JPEG only (no RAW)
- –Full HD video only (no 4K)
- –Premium price for compact
- –Niche half-frame workflow
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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Fujifilm X half
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, X half or Q3?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for X half — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the X half and Q3?
X half is 17.7 MP and Q3 is 60.3 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X half and Q3?
X half does not have IBIS, while Q3 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the X half and Q3?
X half weighs 240 g and Q3 weighs 743 g, so the X half is 503 g lighter.
Do the X half and Q3 record 4K video?
X half: Full HD. Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X half and Q3 weather sealed?
X half: No. Q3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 880 shots (CIPA) for the X half and 350 shots for the Q3, giving the X half the edge.
How much does each cost?
X half launched at $850 and Q3 at $5,995. The X half is $5,145 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Leica press materials.