Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
RED
KOMODO-X
Global-shutter Super 35 cinema camera with 6K REDCODE RAW, RF mount, and a larger body than KOMODO 6K.
$9,995
Launch priceReleased Aug 2023
KOMODO-X is 3 months newer.
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Wins
Q3
Wins
KOMODO-X
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 19.9 MP)
- AQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- BKOMODO-X has higher Burst (mechanical) (8 fps vs 4 fps)
- BKOMODO-X has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 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
KOMODO-X
114 × 101 × 71 mm
1130 g (2.49 lb / 39.86 oz)
Q3 is 21mm shorter than KOMODO-X but it is also 16mm wider and 21mm thicker.
Q3 is 387 g lighter than KOMODO-X.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Q3 · 71mm KOMODO-X
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Q3
130 × 80 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
KOMODO-X
114 × 101 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
KOMODO-X
114 × 71 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
KOMODO-X
27.03 × 14.26 mm · APS-C
385 mm² area
2.2× 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
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264, ProRes
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 19.9 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Weight
743 g vs 1130 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
KOMODO-X
Codecs
Adds REDCODE RAW, Apple ProRes 422 HQ
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114, 101, 71
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only KOMODO-X supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only KOMODO-X supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only KOMODO-X supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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
KOMODO-X
Pros
- ✓Global shutter 6K
- ✓REDCODE RAW
- ✓Canon RF mount
- ✓Compact cinema form
Cons
- –No IBIS
- –Cinema-first ergonomics
- –Premium media costs
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 sports, Q3 or KOMODO-X?
KOMODO-X scores 9.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for Q3 — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Q3 and KOMODO-X?
Q3 is 60.3 MP and KOMODO-X is 19.9 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Q3 and KOMODO-X have in-body image stabilization?
Q3 does not have IBIS, while KOMODO-X has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Q3 or the KOMODO-X?
Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic. KOMODO-X reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Q3 and KOMODO-X?
Q3 weighs 743 g and KOMODO-X weighs 1130 g, so the Q3 is 387 g lighter.
Do the Q3 and KOMODO-X record 4K video?
Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. KOMODO-X: 6K 17:9 (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Q3 and KOMODO-X weather sealed?
Q3: Yes. KOMODO-X: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Q3 and 640 shots for the KOMODO-X, giving the KOMODO-X the edge.
How much does each cost?
Q3 launched at $5,995 and KOMODO-X at $9,995. The Q3 is $4,000 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 RED press materials.