Leica Q3 Premium Compact Camera User Guide

: June 16, 2024
: Leica

Table of Contents

Leica Q3 Premium Compact Camera
Product Usage Instructions
PART DESIGNATIONS
PERMITTED CONNECTION TYPES
SAFETY REMARKS
REGULATORY INFORMATION
WARRANTY
TECHNICAL DATA
References
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Leica Q3 Premium Compact Camera

Specifications

Model: Leica Q3
Quick Start Guide: Available
Parts: 34
Monitor: 3″ TFT LCD, 1,843,200 dots, Touch-Display
AF-Messfelds Einstellbereich: -4 dpt bis +2 dpt
Speaker: Yes
Akku: Leica BP-SCL6
Wireless Connectivity: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, IEEE802.11b/g/n, IEEE802.11a/n/ac, Bluetooth

Product Usage Instructions

Switching the Camera ON/OFF
To switch the camera ON, press the main switch located at position 2 on the product. To switch it OFF, press the main switch again.

Taking Photos
To take a photo, follow these steps:

Tap the shutter button lightly to focus.
Press down the shutter button fully to capture the photo.

Reviewing and Playback
To review and playback your photos, follow these steps:

In standby mode, tap the shutter button to enter review/playback mode.
Use the LCD panel to select shots/recordings.
For zooming in/out, use gestures on the touch panel.
To zoom in, center the AF metering field.
To zoom out, reduce the Live View display.
To switch between shooting/recording and review/playback mode, press the PLAY button.

Menu Navigation
To navigate the menu, follow these steps:

In standby mode or during review/playback, tap the shutter button to enter the menu.
Use gestures on the touch panel to select menu items.

Changing Operating ModeTo change the operating mode, follow these steps:

In shooting/recording or review/playback mode, tap the shutter button to enter the menu.
Use gestures on the touch panel to scroll and select the desired operating mode.

FAQ

Q: What type of battery does the Leica Q3 use?
A: The Leica Q3 uses the Leica BP-SCL6 battery.

Q: Can I connect the Leica Q3 to a computer via USB-C for tethered shooting?
A: Yes, you can tether the Leica Q3 to a computer via USB-C for photo transfer and control.

Q: Does the Leica Q3 support wireless charging?
A: Yes, the Leica Q3 supports wireless charging.

Q: What are the technical specifications of the Leica Q3?
A: The technical specifications of the Leica Q3 include a 3″ TFT LCD monitor, 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless connectivity, and a Leica BP-SCL6 battery.

PART DESIGNATIONS

Strap lugs
Main switch
Switching the camera ON/OFF
Shutter button tap:
- Autofocusing
- Activating exposure metering and exposure control press down fully:
- Shutter release
- Video recording Start/Stop in standby mode:
- The camera is reactivated
Thumbwheel in the menu:
- Menu navigation in shooting/recording mode:
- Depending on exposure mode in review/playback mode:
- Zooming in/out
Thumbwheel button in the menu:
- Applying menu settings in shooting/recording mode:
- Direct access to menu functions in review/playback mode:
- Factory setting: Magnification
Shutter-speed dial
- A: Automatic shutter speed control
- 2000 – 1+: Fixed shutter speeds
Accessory shoe
Microphone
Sound is recorded in stereo
Self-timer LED/AF assist lamp
Viewfinder eyepiece
Eye sensor
Diopter wheel
Setting range: -4 dpt to +2 dpt
FN button in shooting/recording mode:
- Direct access to menu functions in review/playback mode:
- Factory setting: Rate/Unrate
PLAY button
Switchover between shooting/recording and review/playback mode
FN button in shooting/recording mode:
- Direct access to menu functions in review/playback mode:
- Factory setting: Delete single
MENU button in the menu:
- Scrolling through the menu screens in shooting/recording mode:
- Accessing the menu in review/playback mode:
- Accessing the review/playback menu
LCD panel
3” TFT LCD, 1,843,200 dots, touch panel
Status LED
- Memory card access
- Using the WLAN function
- Firmware update in progress
- Charging process (wireless charging and charging via USB)
Directional pad in the menu:
- Menu navigation
- Applying menu settings in shooting/recording mode:
- Shifting the AF metering field
Center button in the menu:
- Applying menu settings in shooting/recording mode:
- Direct access to menu functions
- Factory setting: Toggle Info Levels in review/playback mode:
- Factory setting: Toggle Info Levels
Speaker
Battery compartment
Battery release lever
Tripod thread
A 1⁄4 DIN 4503 (1⁄4”)
Memory card slot
Alignment point for macro function
Macro ring
Focus ring
Aperture ring
Thread protection ring
AF/MF lock release
Focus tab
HDMI port
USB-C port
The use of a 9 V/3 A (≥ 27 W) AC adapter is required where camera operation is desired while the battery is recharging.

Only the mains cables supplied must be used.
The mains cables must only be used for the supplied charger unit. Do not attempt to use the mains cable or charger unit for other purposes.

PERMITTED CONNECTION TYPES

Note

Use a switching adapter with a max. 100 W output or less, which complies with the USB-PD standard. Ensure compliance with the safety standards IEC62368-1 (ES1, PS2-compliant – 60 V or less, 100 W or less). Contact the manufacturer of the switching adapter if you are not sure that it complies with the safety standards.

SAFETY REMARKS

GENERAL INFORMATION

Do not use your camera in the immediate vicinity of devices that generate powerful magnetic, electrostatic or electromagnetic fields (e.g. induction ovens, microwave ovens, television sets or computer screens, video game consoles, cell phones, broadcasting equipment). Their electromagnetic fields can interfere with image recordings.
Strong magnetic fields, e.g. from speakers or large electric motors can damage the stored data or disrupt shooting.
Switch off the camera, remove the battery briefly, replace it and switch the camera back on in case of a camera malfunction due to the effects of electromagnetic fields.
Always store small parts e.g. the accessory shoe cover as follows:
- out of the reach of children
- in a safe location, where they will not get lost or stolen
State-of-the-art electronic components are sensitive to static discharge. You can easily pick up charges of several 10,000 volts by simply walking on synthetic floor coverings. A static discharge can occur when you touch the camera and especially if it is placed on a conductive surface. A static discharge on the camera housing poses no risk for the electronics. Despite built-in safety circuits, you should avoid direct contact with external camera contacts like those in the flash shoe.
Only use accessories specified for this model to prevent faults, short circuits or electric shock.
Do not attempt to remove parts of the housing (covers) yourself. Repairs must be done at authorized service centers only.
Prevent any sand or dust or water penetration into the camera, e.g. during snowfall or rain or on the beach. Be extra careful when changing the lens (in system cameras) and when inserting or removing the memory card and rechargeable battery. Sand and dust can damage the camera, the lens, the memory card and the battery. Moisture can cause malfunctions and irreparable damage to the camera and memory card.

LENS

A camera lens can have the effect of a magnifying glass when exposed to direct frontal sunlight. The camera must therefore be protected against extended exposure to direct sunlight. Attaching the lens cap and keeping the camera in the shade or ideally in its camera case, will help prevent damage to the interior of the camera.

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY

New batteries must be charged before initial use to be ready for activation in the camera. A full charge is recommended, as the batteries are delivered in an only partially charged state.
Improper use of the batteries or the use of unapproved battery types may result in an explosion!
Do not expose the rechargeable battery to sunlight, heat, humidity or moisture for prolonged periods of time. Likewise, the batteries must not be placed in a microwave oven or a high-pressure container as this would pose a fire or explosion hazard!
Do not under any circumstances charge or insert a damp or wet battery into the camera!
Keep the battery contacts clean and easily accessible. Although lithium-ion batteries are secured against short circuits, they should still be protected against contact with metal objects like paper clips or jewelry. A short-circuited battery can get very hot and cause severe burns.
When a battery is accidentally dropped, make sure to check the housing and the contacts immediately for any damage. A damaged battery can damage the camera.
The battery must be removed from the camera or charger and must be replaced immediately in case of a strange smell, discoloration, deformation, overheating or leakage. Continued use of the battery may result in overheating, which can cause fire and/or explosion!
Never throw batteries into a fire as they may explode.
Keep the battery away from sources of heat in case of leakage or if you smell burning. Leaked fluid can catch fire!
The use of other chargers not approved by Leica Camera AG can cause damage to the batteries – and in extreme cases – cause serious or life-threatening injuries.
Make sure that the power socket is freely accessible at all times.
Do not attempt to open the battery or the charger. Repairs must only be carried out by authorized service centers.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children. Batteries can cause suffocation when swallowed.

CHARGER

Using the charger in the vicinity of broadcasting receivers may interfere with reception. Ensure a distance of at least 1 m between the charger and the receiver.
When the charger is in use, it may emit a buzzing sound – that is normal and not a malfunction.
Disconnect the charger from the mains when it is not in use, as it consumes electricity (a very small amount), even if no battery is inserted.
Always keep the charger contacts clean, and never short-circuit them.

MEMORY CARD

Never remove the memory card during a data save or card reading process. The camera must not be switched off or be subjected to impact or vibrations while working.
Do not open the cover/remove the memory card or the battery from the camera while the status LED is lit, which indicates memory access. Data on the card may otherwise be destroyed and camera malfunctions may occur.
Do not drop or bend memory cards as this will cause damage and result in the loss of stored data.
Do not touch the connections on the reverse of the memory card and keep them clean and dry.
Keep memory cards out of the reach of children. Swallowing a memory card may cause suffocation.

SENSOR

Cosmic radiation (e.g. during flights) may cause pixel defects.

CARRY STRAP

Once you have attached the carry strap, please make sure that the clips are mounted correctly to prevent the camera from falling.
Carry straps are usually made of very robust material. You should therefore keep it out of the reach of children. A carry strap is not a toy and poses a strangulation risk.
Use the carry strap only for its intended purpose on a camera or on binoculars. Any other use poses the risk of injury and may possibly result in damage to the carry strap and is therefore not permitted.
Carry straps should also not be used for cameras/binoculars during sports activities that pose a risk of entanglement (e.g. when mountain climbing and similar outdoor activities).

REGULATORY INFORMATION

Specific regional approvals for this device can be found in the camera menu.

Select Camera Information in the main menu
Select Regulatory information

The icons displayed on this product (incl. the accessories) have the following meaning:

Alternating current (AC)

Direct current (DC)

| Class II devices (the product has a double-insulated design)
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DISPOSAL OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
(Applies within the EU and for other European countries with active waste separation policies.)
This device contains electrical and/or electronic components which must not be disposed of in general household waste. Instead, it should be disposed of at a recycling collection point provided by your local authority.
This service is free of charge. Any standard or rechargeable batteries used in this device must be removed and disposed of separately in accordance with local regulations.
Please contact your local authorities, waste disposal collection point or the retailer, from whom you purchased the device for more information on correct waste disposal.

CE MARK
The CE mark on our products documents compliance with the fundamental requirements of applicable EU guidelines.

Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
“Leica Camera AG” hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the basic requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU.
Customers can download a copy of the original DoC for our Radio Equipment products from our DoC server: www.cert.leica-camera.com
Please contact Leica Camera AG, Am Leitz-Park 5, 35578 Wetzlar, Germany in case of any further questions Usable frequency band / restrictions for use: see technical data

WARRANTY

In addition to your statutory warranty rights regarding your retailer, you will receive an additional Leica Camera AG product warranty valid from the date of purchase from an authorized Leica retailer. Previously, the product warranty was included in the packaging with the product. As a new service, the product warranty will from now on only be available online. You will be able to review the warranty conditions for your product at any time, without having to search for the document. Please note that this new policy applies only for products that are no longer delivered with a hardcopy product warranty included in the delivery.
Any products still delivered with the warranty document remain governed exclusively by that document.
For more information regarding the warranty scope, warranty services and limitations, please visit: warranty.leica-camera.com

Leica Q3 comes with splash water and dust protection.
The camera was tested under controlled laboratory conditions and is classes as IP52 in accordance with DIN EN 60529.
Please note: The splash water and dust protection coating is not permanent and will diminish over time. The user manual contains instructions on how to clean and dry the camera. The warranty does not cover liquid damage. Any attempt to open the camera casing by an unauthorized retailer or service partner will cause an immediate expiration of the splash water and dust warranty.

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Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple product(s) identified in the badge and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with an Apple product may affect wireless performance.
Apple®, Apple TV®, Apple Watch®, iPad®, iPad Air®, iPad Pro®, iPhone®, and Lightning® are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. tvOS® is a trademark of Apple Inc.

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TECHNICAL DATA

CAMERA

Designation
Leica Q3
Camera type
Digital 35 mm compact camera
Type No.
6506
Order No.
19 080 EU/US/CN, 19 081 JP, 19 082 ROW
Storage medium
UHS-II (recommended), UHS-I, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
Material
Full metal housing: magnesium die-cast, leather covering
Operating conditions
0°C to +40°C
Rated values for input voltage/power
7.2 V 2,3 A (battery), 5 V 3 A / 9 V 2.5 A (USB)
Dimensions (WxHxD)
130 x 80 x 92.9 mm
Weight
Approx. 743 g/658 g (with/without battery)

SENSOR

Sensor size
CMOS sensor, 62.39 MP/60.3 MP (total/effective)
Image resolution
DNG™: 9520 x 6336 pixels (60.3 MP), 7404 x 4928 pixels (36.5 MP), 5288 x 3518 pixels (18.6 MP)
JPG: 9520 x 6336 pixels (60.3 MP), 7392 x 4928 pixels (36.4 MP), 5280 x 3504 pixels (18.5 MP)

LENS

Designation
Leica Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH., 11 lenses in 9 segments,3 aspherical lens areas
Lens fifilter thread
E49

VIEWFINDER/LCD PANEL

Viewfifinder (EVF)
Resolution: 5,760,000 dots, 120 fps, magnification: 0.79x at aspect ratio: 4:3 / 0.76x at aspect ratio: 3:2, frame coverage: 100%, exit pupil position: 20.75 mm, setting range -4/+2 dpt, with eye sensor for automatic switchover between viewfinder and LCD panel, time delay 0.005 s

LCD panel
3” TFT LCD, 1,843,200 dots, touch control available

EQUIPMENT

WLAN
The Leica FOTOS app is required to use the WLAN function. The Leica app is available from the Apple App Store™ or the Google Play Store™.

| 2.4 GHz| 5 GHz|
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EU/ US/ CN| IEEE802.11b/g/n: Channel 1–11

(2412–2462 MHz)

| Client mode:

(For indoor use only) IEEE802.11a/n/ac: Channel

36–64 (5180–5320 MHz)

36–48 (5180–5240 MHz)

| IEEE802.11a/n/ac: Channel

52–144 (5260–5720 MHz)

ROW| | –|

Maximum output (e.i.r.p.): <14 dBm, encryption method:
WLAN-compatible WPA™/WPA2™/WPA3™
Bluetooth

Bluetooth 5.0 LE : Channel 0–39 (2402–2480 MHz), maximum output (e.i.r.p.): 10 dBm

POWER SUPPLY
Rechargeable battery (Leica BP-SCL6)

Lithium-ion rechargeable battery, rated voltage: 7.2 V
(DC); capacity: 2200 mAh (min.), 350 shots (based on CIPA standard, with All Displays Auto Off = 5 s );
manufacturer: Panasonic Energy (Wuxi) Co. Ltd., Made in China

Charger (Leica BC-SCL4)

Input: AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.25 A, automatic switchover;
output: DC 8.4 V 0.85 A; manufacturer: Salom Electric (Xiamen) Co., Ltd., Made in China

You will find the manufacturing date of your camera on the stickers in the Warranty Card and/or on the packaging. The date format is year/month/day.
Subject to changes in design and model features.

FOR US ONLY:

FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution:
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer
or peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Trade Name:| LEICA|
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Type No.| 6506|
Responsible party/Support contact:| Leica Camera Inc.

500 Frank W. Burr Blvd., Suite 570, Teaneck, NJ 07666

Tel.: +1 800 222 0118

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
this device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation.

A recyclable lithium ion/polymer battery powers this camera.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

Contains FCC ID: VPYLB1VY934
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines.

Compliance with FCC requirement 15.407(c)
Data transmission is always initiated by software, which is the passed down through the MAC, through the digital and analog baseband, and finally to the RF chip. Several special packets are initiated by the MAC. These are the only ways the digital baseband portion will turn on the RF transmitter, which it then turns off at the end of the packet. Therefore, the transmitter will be on only while one of the aforementioned packets is being transmitted. In other words, this device automatically discontinue transmission in case of either absence of information to transmit or operational failure.

Frequency Tolerance: +/- 20 ppm
The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof,however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. Model 6506 has been tested and found to comply with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines.

FOR CANADA ONLY:

CAN ICES-003 (B)/NMB-003(B)
PMN: 6506
IC: 11245A-6506
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference,
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of low-level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. Model 6506 has been tested and found to comply with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.