Fujifilm
X100V
Previous-gen fixed 23mm f/2 street camera — still hugely popular and hard to find.
$1,399
Released Feb 2020
Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Released May 2023
Q3 is 3.3 years newer.
Wins
X100V
Wins
Q3
2 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 12,800)
- BQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 160)
- AX100V has higher Burst (mechanical) (11 fps vs 4 fps)
- BQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 26.1 MP)
- AX100V has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 15 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X100V
128 × 75 × 53 mm
478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz)
Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
X100V is 2mm narrower, 5mm shorter, and 39mm thinner than Q3.
X100V is 265 g lighter than Q3.
Depth (front-to-back): 53mm X100V · 92mm Q3
Sensor size, to scale
X100V
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
2.4× 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
X100V
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 128, 74.8, 53.3
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X100V supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only X100V supports it
Weight
478 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — 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 12,800 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 160 — lower is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 26.1 MP — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only Q3 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 350 shots
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X100V
Pros
- ✓Classic design
- ✓Leaf shutter
- ✓Film simulations
- ✓Proven street camera
Cons
- –Superseded by X100VI
- –Fixed lens
- –No IBIS
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 landscape, X100V or Q3?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for X100V — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the X100V and Q3?
X100V is 26.1 MP and Q3 is 60.3 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100V and Q3 have in-body image stabilization?
X100V does not have IBIS, while q3 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100V or the Q3?
X100V reaches 30 fps electronic. Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100V and Q3?
X100V weighs 478 g and Q3 weighs 743 g, so the X100V is 265 g lighter.
Do the X100V and Q3 record 4K video?
X100V: 4K up to 30p. Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X100V and Q3 weather sealed?
X100V: Yes. Q3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the X100V and 350 shots for the Q3, giving the Q3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X100V launched at $1,399 and Q3 at $5,995. The X100V is $4,596 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.