Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Ricoh
GR II
Classic APS-C GR with 16.2MP sensor, 28mm equivalent lens, built-in flash, Wi-Fi, and snap-focus street ergonomics.
$799
Launch priceReleased Jun 2015
Q3 is 7.9 years newer.
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Wins
Q3
Wins
GR II
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 25,600)
- AQ3 has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 4 fps)
- AQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 16.2 MP)
- BGR II has lower Weight (251 g vs 743 g)
- 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)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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GR II
117 × 63 × 35 mm
251 g (0.55 lb / 8.85 oz)
Q3 is 13mm wider, 17mm taller, and 57mm thicker than GR II.
Q3 is 492 g heavier than GR II.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Q3 · 35mm GR 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
GR II
117 × 63 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
GR II
117 × 35 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
GR II
23.7 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
372 mm² area
2.3× 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
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Eye, Animal
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
15 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 16.2 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Reasons to choose
GR II
Codecs
Adds MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 117, 62.8, 34.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC UHS-I
Weight
251 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 4 fps
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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
GR II
Pros
- ✓APS-C sensor
- ✓28mm GR lens
- ✓Built-in flash
- ✓Great used value
Cons
- –Older 16MP sensor
- –No IBIS
- –Fixed lens
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Q3 or GR II?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for GR II — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Q3 and GR II?
Q3 is 60.3 MP and GR II is 16.2 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Q3 and GR II?
Q3 does not have IBIS, while GR II does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Q3 or the GR II?
Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic. GR II reaches 4 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Q3 and GR II?
Q3 weighs 743 g and GR II weighs 251 g, so the GR II is 492 g lighter.
Do the Q3 and GR II record 4K video?
Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. GR II: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Q3 and GR II weather sealed?
Q3: Yes. GR II: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Q3 and 320 shots for the GR II, giving the Q3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Q3 launched at $5,995 and GR II at $799. The GR II is $5,196 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 Ricoh press materials.