Leica
M11-P
Discreet professional M11 with 60MP full-frame sensor, 256GB internal memory, sapphire display glass, and Content Credentials.
$9,195
Released Oct 2023
Leica
Q3 43
Q3 variant with 43mm equivalent perspective for classic reportage.
$5,995
Released Jun 2024
Q3 43 is 8 months newer.
Wins
M11-P
Wins
Q3 43
5 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ3 43 has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 4.5 fps)
- BQ3 43 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 50,000)
- AM11-P has higher Battery life (CIPA) (700 shots vs 350 shots)
- AM11-P has lower Weight (530 g vs 743 g)
- BQ3 43 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 64)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
M11-P
139 × 80 × 39 mm
530 g (1.17 lb / 18.70 oz)
Q3 43
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
M11-P is 54mm thinner than Q3 43 but it is also 9mm wider.
M11-P is 213 g lighter than Q3 43.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm M11-P · 92mm Q3 43
Sensor size, to scale
M11-P
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Q3 43
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
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
M11-P
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139, 38.5
Battery life (CIPA)
700 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Weight
530 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
4.5 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Q3 43
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264, ProRes
Burst (electronic)
15 fps vs 4.5 fps — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 92
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 50,000 — higher is better
Eye AF
Only Q3 43 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Q3 43 supports it
Weather sealing
Only Q3 43 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 60.3 MP
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓EVF resolution — Both 5,760,000
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
M11-P
Pros
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓256GB internal memory
- ✓Content Credentials
- ✓Sapphire display glass
Cons
- –Manual focus only
- –No video
- –Very expensive
Q3 43
Pros
- ✓Unique 43mm view
- ✓60MP
- ✓Premium compact
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Expensive
- –Niche focal length
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, M11-P or Q3 43?
Q3 43 scores 5.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for M11-P — Animal subject recognition.
What's the resolution difference between the M11-P and Q3 43?
Both cameras share the same 60.3 MP resolution.
Do the M11-P and Q3 43 have in-body image stabilization?
M11-P does not have IBIS, while q3 43 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the M11-P or the Q3 43?
M11-P reaches 4.5 fps electronic. Q3 43 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the M11-P and Q3 43?
M11-P weighs 530 g and Q3 43 weighs 743 g, so the M11-P is 213 g lighter.
Do the M11-P and Q3 43 record 4K video?
M11-P: 4K up to 60p. Q3 43: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the M11-P and Q3 43 weather sealed?
M11-P: No. Q3 43: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 700 shots (CIPA) for the M11-P and 350 shots for the Q3 43, giving the M11-P the edge.
How much does each cost?
M11-P launched at $9,195 and Q3 43 at $5,995. The Q3 43 is $3,200 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.