Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Sony
RX100 VII
Premium 1-inch pocket camera with 24–200mm zoom and real-time tracking AF.
$1,299
Launch priceReleased Aug 2019
Q3 is 3.8 years newer.
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Wins
Q3
Wins
RX100 VII
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 12,800)
- BRX100 VII has higher Burst (mechanical) (20 fps vs 4 fps)
- AQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 20.1 MP)
- BRX100 VII has lower Weight (302 g vs 743 g)
- AQ3 has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 2,359,296)
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
for scale
RX100 VII
102 × 58 × 43 mm
302 g (0.67 lb / 10.65 oz)
Q3 is 28mm wider, 22mm taller, and 49mm thicker than RX100 VII.
Q3 is 441 g heavier than RX100 VII.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Q3 · 43mm RX100 VII
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 VII
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 VII
102 × 43 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
RX100 VII
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
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
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 2,359,296 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Reasons to choose
RX100 VII
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 101.6, 58.1, 42.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I, Memory Stick Duo
Burst (mechanical)
20 fps vs 4 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD
Weight
302 g vs 743 g — lower is better
AA filter
Only RX100 VII supports it
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only RX100 VII supports it
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓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
RX100 VII
Pros
- ✓Pocketable zoom range
- ✓Real-time Eye AF
- ✓Great travel camera
Cons
- –1-inch sensor
- –Expensive
- –Small controls
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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 RX100 VII?
Q3 scores 8.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for RX100 VII — 60.3MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the Q3 and RX100 VII?
Q3 is 60.3 MP and RX100 VII is 20.1 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Q3 and RX100 VII?
Q3 does not have IBIS, while RX100 VII does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Q3 or the RX100 VII?
Q3 reaches 15 fps electronic. RX100 VII reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Q3 and RX100 VII?
Q3 weighs 743 g and RX100 VII weighs 302 g, so the RX100 VII is 441 g lighter.
Do the Q3 and RX100 VII record 4K video?
Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. RX100 VII: 4K up to 30p.
Are the Q3 and RX100 VII weather sealed?
Q3: Yes. RX100 VII: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Q3 and 260 shots for the RX100 VII, giving the Q3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Q3 launched at $5,995 and RX100 VII at $1,299. The RX100 VII is $4,696 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 Sony press materials.