Leica
Q3
Full-frame fixed 28mm f/1.7 premium compact for documentary and travel.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Xtra
Edge Pro
Flagship action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps in 4:3, Night View mode, 32× slow motion, 20m waterproof, and 230-min cold-resistant battery.
$299
Launch priceReleased Oct 2025
Edge Pro is 2.3 years newer.
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Wins
Q3
Wins
Edge Pro
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEdge Pro has lower Weight (147 g vs 743 g)
- AQ3 has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- BEdge Pro has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AQ3 has higher ISO max (native) (100,000 vs 51,200)
- AQ3 has higher Resolution (60.3 MP vs 40 MP)
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
Edge Pro
71 × 44 × 33 mm
147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz)
Q3 is 60mm wider, 36mm taller, and 59mm thicker than Edge Pro.
Q3 is 596 g heavier than Edge Pro.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm Q3 · 33mm Edge Pro
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Q3
130 × 80 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Edge Pro
71 × 44 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
Edge Pro
71 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Q3
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
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
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Animal
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Eye AF
Only Q3 supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only Q3 supports it
ISO max (native)
100,000 vs 51,200 — higher is better
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 40 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Edge Pro
Stabilization modes
Adds MotionMaster, TiltGuard, 360 Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
147 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Edge Pro supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds AVC, HEVC
Both cameras share
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓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
Edge Pro
Pros
- ✓4K/120fps 4:3 + 13.5 stops DR
- ✓4K/60fps Night View AI mode
- ✓20m waterproof (no case)
- ✓230 min battery; –20 °C rated
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Night View limited to 8-bit
- –Larger/heavier than Edge
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Q3 or Edge Pro?
Edge Pro scores 10.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for Q3 — Pre-Capture records before you press shutter.
What's the resolution difference between the Q3 and Edge Pro?
Q3 is 60.3 MP and Edge Pro is 40 MP, so the Q3 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Q3 and Edge Pro?
Q3 does not have IBIS, while Edge Pro does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the Q3 and Edge Pro?
Q3 weighs 743 g and Edge Pro weighs 147 g, so the Edge Pro is 596 g lighter.
Do the Q3 and Edge Pro record 4K video?
Q3: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. Edge Pro: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Q3 and Edge Pro weather sealed?
Q3: Yes. Edge Pro: Yes.
How much does each cost?
Q3 launched at $5,995 and Edge Pro at $299. The Edge Pro is $5,696 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 Xtra press materials.