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Luna Ultra
Flagship dual-lens 3-axis gimbal camera with Leica Summicron 1-inch 8K main lens, 1/1.3-inch telephoto, detachable 2-inch OLED screen, 8K30 / 4K120 video, and 37MP UltraPhoto.
$770
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Luna Ultra is 3.1 years newer.
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Wins
Luna Ultra
Wins
Q3
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 6,400)
- ALuna Ultra has lower Weight (233 g vs 743 g)
- BQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- ALuna Ultra has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 37 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Luna Ultra
52 × 170 × 39 mm
233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
Luna Ultra is 78mm narrower and 54mm thinner than Q3 but it is also 90mm taller.
Luna Ultra is 510 g lighter than Q3.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm Luna Ultra · 92mm Q3
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Luna Ultra
52 × 170 mm
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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.
Luna Ultra
52 × 39 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Q3
130 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Luna Ultra
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 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
Luna Ultra
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 52.4, 169.9, 38.5
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
233 g vs 743 g — lower is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — 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.264, 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
- ✓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.
Luna Ultra
Pros
- ✓Dual Leica lenses (1" + tele)
- ✓8K30 with 4K120 & 1080p240
- ✓Detachable 2" OLED screen
- ✓3-axis gimbal + Deep Track 5.0
Cons
- –Premium vs Pocket 3
- –No waterproofing
- –Tele reach capped at 240mm equiv
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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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Luna Ultra or Q3?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 2.0/10 for Luna Ultra — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Luna Ultra and Q3?
Luna Ultra is 37 MP and Q3 is 60.3 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Luna Ultra and Q3?
Luna Ultra uses a 3-axis mechanical gimbal, while Q3 does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the Luna Ultra and Q3?
Luna Ultra weighs 233 g and Q3 weighs 743 g, so the Luna Ultra is 510 g lighter.
Do the Luna Ultra and Q3 record 4K video?
Luna Ultra: 8K (7680×4320) (max), 4K up to 120p. Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Luna Ultra and Q3 weather sealed?
Luna Ultra: No. Q3: Yes.
How much does each cost?
Luna Ultra launched at $770 and Q3 at $5,995. The Luna Ultra is $5,225 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Leica press materials.