Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Panasonic
Lumix LX10
Pocket 1-inch compact with fast f/1.4-2.8 Leica zoom, 4K video, and tilting touchscreen.
$699
Launch priceReleased Sep 2016
Q3 is 6.7 years newer.
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Wins
Q3
Wins
Lumix LX10
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 12,800)
- BLumix LX10 has higher Burst (electronic) (50 fps vs 15 fps)
- AQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- AQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 125)
- BLumix LX10 has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 4 fps)
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
Lumix LX10
106 × 60 × 42 mm
310 g (0.68 lb / 10.93 oz)
Q3 is 25mm wider, 20mm taller, and 50mm thicker than Lumix LX10.
Q3 is 433 g heavier than Lumix LX10.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Q3 · 42mm Lumix LX10
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Q3
130 × 80 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix LX10
106 × 60 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
Lumix LX10
106 × 42 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Lumix LX10
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 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
Q3
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
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
ISO min (native)
50 vs 125 — lower is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only Q3 supports it
Reasons to choose
Lumix LX10
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105.5, 60, 42
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (electronic)
50 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Weight
310 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓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.
Q3
Pros
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓Summilux 28mm lens
- ✓Built like a tank
- ✓Unique aesthetic
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Very expensive
- –No interchangeable system
Lumix LX10
Pros
- ✓Fast f/1.4 lens
- ✓1-inch sensor
- ✓4K video
- ✓Pocketable
Cons
- –No EVF
- –Short zoom range
- –Small battery
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Q3 or Lumix LX10?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix LX10 — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Q3 and Lumix LX10?
Q3 is 60.3 MP and Lumix LX10 is 20.1 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Q3 and Lumix LX10?
Q3 does not have IBIS, while Lumix LX10 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Q3 or the Lumix LX10?
Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic. Lumix LX10 reaches 50 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Q3 and Lumix LX10?
Q3 weighs 743 g and Lumix LX10 weighs 310 g, so the Lumix LX10 is 433 g lighter.
Do the Q3 and Lumix LX10 record 4K video?
Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix LX10: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Q3 and Lumix LX10 weather sealed?
Q3: Yes. Lumix LX10: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Q3 and 260 shots for the Lumix LX10, giving the Q3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Q3 launched at $5,995 and Lumix LX10 at $699. The Lumix LX10 is $5,296 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 Panasonic press materials.