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Leica M10 · Body only — full-frame rangefinder · 2017
Leica

Leica M10 · Body only

full-frame rangefinder · 2017

90
/ 100
From $7,195
VS
Leica Q3 · Body only wins by 4
Leica Q3 · Body only — full-frame fixed · 2023
Leica

Leica Q3 · Body only

full-frame fixed · 2023

94
/ 100
From $5,995
Specdex verdict

Leica Q3 · Body only takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Leica M10 · Body only lands at 90 and Leica Q3 · Body only at 94. That puts Leica Q3 · Body only ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Leica M10 · Body only if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale

Pick Leica Q3 · Body only if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Leica Q3 · Body only

Compared on the photo sub-score

Leica Q3 · Body only leads on photo (94 vs 90).

Autofocus

Leica Q3 · Body only

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Leica Q3 · Body only leads on autofocus (92 vs 86).

Video

Leica Q3 · Body only

Compared on the video sub-score

Leica Q3 · Body only leads on video (90 vs 82).

Value for money

Leica Q3 · Body only

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Leica Q3 · Body only more score per dollar ($5,995 vs $7,195).

Leica M10 · Body only 90
vs
94 Leica Q3 · Body only

Score breakdown

Leica M10 · Body only
90
photo 90
video 82
autofocus 86
ergonomics 86
Leica Q3 · Body only
94
photo 94
video 90
autofocus 92
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Leica M10 · Body only versus Leica Q3 · Body only — full spec comparison
Spec Leica M10 · Body only Leica Q3 · Body only
Format
full-frame rangefinder
full-frame fixed
Release year
2017
2023

Leica M10 · Body only

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

Leica Q3 · Body only

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Leica M10 · Body only vs Leica Q3 · Body only

Which is better, Leica M10 · Body only or Leica Q3 · Body only? +

Leica Q3 · Body only scores 94 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Leica M10 · Body only worth the price? +

At $7,195, Leica M10 · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in photo.

Is Leica Q3 · Body only worth the price? +

At $5,995, Leica Q3 · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in photo.

Does Leica M10 · Body only or Leica Q3 · Body only last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photo, Leica M10 · Body only or Leica Q3 · Body only? +

Leica Q3 · Body only — leads on photo (94 vs 90). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Leica M10 · Body only or Leica Q3 · Body only? +

Leica Q3 · Body only — leads on autofocus (92 vs 86). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.