Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
OM System
Tough TG-7
Rugged waterproof compact for adventure and macro.
$549
Launch priceReleased Sep 2023
Tough TG-7 is 4 months newer.
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Wins
Q3
Wins
Tough TG-7
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 1,600)
- AQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 12 MP)
- BTough TG-7 has lower Weight (249 g vs 743 g)
- AQ3 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 29.97 fps)
- AQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 × 33 mm
249 g (0.55 lb / 8.78 oz)
Q3 is 16mm wider, 14mm taller, and 59mm thicker than Tough TG-7.
Q3 is 494 g heavier than Tough TG-7.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Q3 · 33mm Tough TG-7
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Q3
130 × 80 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Tough TG-7
114 × 66 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
Tough TG-7
114 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
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
Q3
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264, ProRes
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 80, 92
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 1,600 — higher is better
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Tough TG-7
Codecs
Adds MOV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 113.9, 65.8, 32.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
Weight
249 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Tough TG-7 supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only Tough TG-7 supports it
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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
Tough TG-7
Pros
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Shockproof
- ✓Macro modes
Cons
- –Small sensor
- –Fixed lens
- –Limited low light
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 portraits, Q3 or Tough TG-7?
Q3 scores 7.5/10 versus 2.0/10 for Tough TG-7 — 60.3MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the Q3 and Tough TG-7?
Q3 is 60.3 MP and Tough TG-7 is 12 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Q3 and Tough TG-7 have in-body image stabilization?
Q3 does not have IBIS, while Tough TG-7 has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Q3 or the Tough TG-7?
Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic. Tough TG-7 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Q3 and Tough TG-7?
Q3 weighs 743 g and Tough TG-7 weighs 249 g, so the Tough TG-7 is 494 g lighter.
Do the Q3 and Tough TG-7 record 4K video?
Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Tough TG-7: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the Q3 and Tough TG-7 weather sealed?
Q3: Yes. Tough TG-7: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Q3 and 340 shots for the Tough TG-7, giving the Q3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Q3 launched at $5,995 and Tough TG-7 at $549. The Tough TG-7 is $5,446 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Leica and OM System press materials.