Fujifilm
X100T
Third-generation X100 with refined hybrid viewfinder and classic 16MP X-Trans output.
$1,299
Released Sep 2014
Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Released May 2023
Q3 is 8.7 years newer.
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Wins
X100T
Wins
Q3
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 6,400)
- BQ3 has higher Max video bit rate (150 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- BQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 200)
- BQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 16.3 MP)
- BQ3 has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 6 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X100T
127 × 74 × 52 mm
440 g (0.97 lb / 15.52 oz)
Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
X100T is 4mm narrower, 6mm shorter, and 40mm thinner than Q3.
X100T is 303 g lighter than Q3.
Depth (front-to-back): 52mm X100T · 92mm Q3
Sensor size, to scale
X100T
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 mm² area
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
2.3× 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
X100T
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.5, 74.4, 52.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
440 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
6 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Q3
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
Max video bit rate
150 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 200 — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Animal
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 16.3 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
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.
X100T
Pros
- ✓Hybrid viewfinder
- ✓Classic X100 controls
- ✓Leaf shutter
Cons
- –16MP
- –No 4K
- –Older AF
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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Fujifilm X100T
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, X100T or Q3?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for X100T — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the X100T and Q3?
X100T is 16.3 MP and Q3 is 60.3 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100T and Q3 have in-body image stabilization?
X100T does not have IBIS, while q3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100T or the Q3?
X100T reaches 6 fps electronic. Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100T and Q3?
X100T weighs 440 g and Q3 weighs 743 g, so the X100T is 303 g lighter.
Do the X100T and Q3 record 4K video?
X100T: Full HD. Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X100T and Q3 weather sealed?
X100T: No. Q3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the X100T and 350 shots for the Q3, giving the Q3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100T launched at $1,299 and Q3 at $5,995. The X100T is $4,696 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.