At Leica and in Formula 1®, teams of engineers work with the utmost precision for months to achieve that decisive fraction of a second. This shared passion for precision and technology has given rise to the Leica Q3 43 Formula 1® Edition – a tribute to the art of speed.
This special edition features handcrafted carbon fibre parts, non-slip Microvelour and official F1® branding. With a focal length of 43 mm, it captures even the most adrenaline-fuelled moments as faithfully as the human eye perceives them.
Born from German engineering. Driven by the spirit of racing.
What are the key features of the Leica Q3 43 Formula 1 ® Edition?
Unmistakable down to the last detail
From the engraved top plate and matching lens cap to the rope strap bearing both brands’ logos: the F1® and Leica details incorporated into the material give this exclusive special edition a distinctive character all of its own.
F1® Form Factor
The Leica Q3 43 Formula 1® Edition features motorsport-inspired materials in areas that are particularly important for touch: the body is covered in black Microvelour for a grip on the housing similar to that found on racing steering wheels.
Additionally, carbon-fibre parts, which are specially manufactured in Germany, have been fitted to the hand grip, thumb rest and soft-release button. Not only were the carbon fibres precisely shaped for this purpose, the intricate surface finish also creates an elegant link to the world of motor racing.
The ‘Formula 1®’ Leica Look
As part of this special edition, a matching rendering has also been developed to create a holistic racing experience. The exclusive ‘Formula 1’ Leica Look captures the atmosphere of the racetrack and brings it directly into the finished image, with greater contrast and saturation.
This look can be transferred to the camera via the Leica FOTOS App and applied immediately. This effect can be applied to JPEGs, which can then be transferred to a smartphone via the app in a matter of seconds and shared straight away.
Top performance at a glance
Developed specifically for the Leica Q3 43, the fast APO-Summicron 43 f/2 ASPH. is part of the legendary family of Leica APO lenses, which are renowned for producing exceptionally sharp, high-contrast images.
At the maximum aperture of f/2, subjects are isolated from the background with a harmonious bokeh effect, even in low light. The built-in macro mode captures close-up subjects with impressive detail. Despite its sophisticated design featuring seven aspherical surfaces, the lens retains the compact form factor for which the Leica Q series is renowned.
Sensor with Triple Resolution Technology
The Leica Q3 43’s full-frame sensor enables you to select 60, 36 or 18 megapixels at any time in either JPEG or DNG format. Regardless of the selected resolution, the camera always utilises the entire sensor area. The ISO range of 50 to 100,000 provides flexibility in challenging lighting conditions. Processing is handled by the Maestro IV chip with L² technology. This ensures the camera runs quickly and reliably, even at the highest resolution for both stills and video.
