Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Panasonic
Lumix LX100 II
Premium fixed-zoom compact with multi-aspect Four Thirds sensor, fast Leica zoom, EVF, and 4K video.
$999
Launch priceReleased Aug 2018
Q3 is 4.8 years newer.
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Wins
Q3
Wins
Lumix LX100 II
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 200)
- AQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 25,600)
- AQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 17 MP)
- BLumix LX100 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (11 fps vs 4 fps)
- BLumix LX100 II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 15 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 LX100 II
115 × 66 × 64 mm
392 g (0.86 lb / 13.83 oz)
Q3 is 15mm wider, 14mm taller, and 28mm thicker than Lumix LX100 II.
Q3 is 351 g heavier than Lumix LX100 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Q3 · 64mm Lumix LX100 II
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 LX100 II
115 × 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
Lumix LX100 II
115 × 64 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Lumix LX100 II
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
3.8× 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 min (native)
50 vs 200 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 17 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, ProRes
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,760,000 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix LX100 II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 115, 66.2, 64.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Weight
392 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
- ✓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
Lumix LX100 II
Pros
- ✓Large Four Thirds sensor
- ✓Fast 24-75mm equivalent lens
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓Compact controls
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –No tilt screen
- –Not pocket-thin
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, Q3 or Lumix LX100 II?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix LX100 II — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Q3 and Lumix LX100 II?
Q3 is 60.3 MP and Lumix LX100 II is 17 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Q3 and Lumix LX100 II?
Q3 does not have IBIS, while Lumix LX100 II does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Q3 or the Lumix LX100 II?
Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic. Lumix LX100 II reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Q3 and Lumix LX100 II?
Q3 weighs 743 g and Lumix LX100 II weighs 392 g, so the Lumix LX100 II is 351 g lighter.
Do the Q3 and Lumix LX100 II record 4K video?
Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix LX100 II: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Q3 and Lumix LX100 II weather sealed?
Q3: Yes. Lumix LX100 II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Q3 and 340 shots for the Lumix LX100 II, giving the Q3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Q3 launched at $5,995 and Lumix LX100 II at $999. The Lumix LX100 II is $4,996 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.