Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Nikon
COOLPIX A1000
Compact 35x superzoom with 4K, EVF, and tilting touchscreen for travel on a budget.
$479
Launch priceReleased Jan 2019
Q3 is 4.4 years newer.
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Wins
Q3
Wins
COOLPIX A1000
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 25,600)
- AQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 15.9 MP)
- BCOOLPIX A1000 has lower Weight (330 g vs 743 g)
- AQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- BCOOLPIX A1000 has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 350 shots)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Q3
130 × 80 × 92 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
COOLPIX A1000
114 × 72 × 41 mm
330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz)
Q3 is 16mm wider, 8mm taller, and 51mm thicker than COOLPIX A1000.
Q3 is 413 g heavier than COOLPIX A1000.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Q3 · 41mm COOLPIX A1000
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Q3
130 × 80 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
COOLPIX A1000
114 × 72 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Q3
130 × 92 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
COOLPIX A1000
114 × 41 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
COOLPIX A1000
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
30.9× 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
Q3
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 80, 92
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 15.9 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Animal / bird AF
Only Q3 supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Weather sealing
Only Q3 supports it
Touchscreen
Only Q3 supports it
Reasons to choose
COOLPIX A1000
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114.2, 72.2, 41.1
Weight
330 g vs 743 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only COOLPIX A1000 supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only COOLPIX A1000 supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
6 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Q3
Pros
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓Summilux 28mm lens
- ✓Built like a tank
- ✓Unique aesthetic
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Very expensive
- –No interchangeable system
COOLPIX A1000
Pros
- ✓35x zoom in compact body
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓4K video
- ✓Affordable
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Limited low light
- –Fixed lens
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Q3 or COOLPIX A1000?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for COOLPIX A1000 — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Q3 and COOLPIX A1000?
Q3 is 60.3 MP and COOLPIX A1000 is 15.9 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Q3 and COOLPIX A1000?
Q3 does not have IBIS, while COOLPIX A1000 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Q3 or the COOLPIX A1000?
Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic. COOLPIX A1000 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Q3 and COOLPIX A1000?
Q3 weighs 743 g and COOLPIX A1000 weighs 330 g, so the COOLPIX A1000 is 413 g lighter.
Do the Q3 and COOLPIX A1000 record 4K video?
Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. COOLPIX A1000: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Q3 and COOLPIX A1000 weather sealed?
Q3: Yes. COOLPIX A1000: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Q3 and 640 shots for the COOLPIX A1000, giving the COOLPIX A1000 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Q3 launched at $5,995 and COOLPIX A1000 at $479. The COOLPIX A1000 is $5,516 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Leica and Nikon press materials.