Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Sony
RX100 VI
1-inch pocket camera with 24–200mm zoom and real-time Eye AF — the travel zoom king.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Jun 2018
Q3 is 5 years newer.
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Wins
Q3
Wins
RX100 VI
3 categories tied
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 20.1 MP)
- BRX100 VI has lower Weight (301 g vs 743 g)
- AQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- BRX100 VI has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
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
RX100 VI
102 × 58 × 42 mm
301 g (0.66 lb / 10.62 oz)
Q3 is 28mm wider, 22mm taller, and 50mm thicker than RX100 VI.
Q3 is 442 g heavier than RX100 VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Q3 · 42mm RX100 VI
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Q3
130 × 80 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
RX100 VI
102 × 58 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
RX100 VI
102 × 42 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
RX100 VI
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
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Weather sealing
Only Q3 supports it
Codecs
Adds ProRes
Reasons to choose
RX100 VI
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 101.6, 58.1, 42
Weight
301 g vs 743 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only RX100 VI supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only RX100 VI supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only RX100 VI supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only RX100 VI supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 15 fps
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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
RX100 VI
Pros
- ✓24–200mm pocket zoom
- ✓Real-time Eye AF
- ✓Pop-up EVF
- ✓4K video
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Small controls
- –Superseded by VII
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 RX100 VI?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 2.0/10 for RX100 VI — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Q3 and RX100 VI?
Q3 is 60.3 MP and RX100 VI is 20.1 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Q3 and RX100 VI have in-body image stabilization?
Q3 does not have IBIS, while RX100 VI has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Q3 or the RX100 VI?
Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic. RX100 VI reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Q3 and RX100 VI?
Q3 weighs 743 g and RX100 VI weighs 301 g, so the RX100 VI is 442 g lighter.
Do the Q3 and RX100 VI record 4K video?
Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. RX100 VI: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Q3 and RX100 VI weather sealed?
Q3: Yes. RX100 VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Q3 and 640 shots for the RX100 VI, giving the RX100 VI the edge.
How much does each cost?
Q3 launched at $5,995 and RX100 VI at $1,199. The RX100 VI is $4,796 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 Sony press materials.