tamboalex Posted September 17, 2024 Share #1 Posted September 17, 2024 Advertisement (gone after registration) Can I transfer my Q3 photos directly to my iMac bypassing the Leica Fotos app Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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tamboalex Posted September 17, 2024 Author Share #2 Posted September 17, 2024 Appreciate all feedback as I just got the Q3 camera Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted September 17, 2024 Share #3 Posted September 17, 2024 Well, there is nothing wrong with a card reader. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tamboalex Posted September 18, 2024 Author Share #4 Posted September 18, 2024 5 hours ago, tamboalex said: Can I transfer my Q3 photos directly to my iMac bypassing the Leica Fotos app So I cannot simply connect a usb c wire from camera to my iMac ? Like I do with my Nikon. I will need a card reader to bypass the Fotos app to go right into Lightroom on my mac Thank You Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Le Chef Posted September 18, 2024 Share #5 Posted September 18, 2024 Just take the card out of the camera and put it into the iMac. Couldn’t be simpler. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
david strachan Posted September 18, 2024 Share #6 Posted September 18, 2024 Yep, same as all the Leica digital recording cards... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LesR Posted September 18, 2024 Share #7 Posted September 18, 2024 Advertisement (gone after registration) I use a usb-c cable direct from the camera to my iMac (1217) all the time. I've only used the photo app once. Remember to turn the camera on and to choose the correct setting for transfer. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smogg Posted November 8, 2024 Share #8 Posted November 8, 2024 On 9/18/2024 at 1:52 AM, jaapv said: Well, there is nothing wrong with a card reader. This is not always possible. The Leica Q3 28/43 has a cover for the SD card slot that is often blocked by additional accessories. For example, I have a small plate for the Peak Design Capture Clip screwed to the bottom. In order not to unscrew the plate every time, I have to use a cable. The speed when transferring to a Mac via a very good cable, unfortunately, averages 110-115 Mb/s. A good card reader gives a speed of 280-290 Mb/s. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Le Chef Posted November 8, 2024 Share #9 Posted November 8, 2024 I have no issue unscrewing the handgrip to retrieve the memory card. I use the same approach you would use with film: change cards when you have a quiet moment between shooting. I only ever review shots taken when I put the card into the computer, and at the same time charge up the used battery if needed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smogg Posted November 8, 2024 Share #10 Posted November 8, 2024 (edited) 20 minutes ago, Le Chef said: I have no issue unscrewing the handgrip to retrieve the memory card. I use the same approach you would use with film: change cards when you have a quiet moment between shooting. I only ever review shots taken when I put the card into the computer, and at the same time charge up the used battery if needed. It depends on the type of screw. If you need a separate tool to unscrew it, it's a pain. In my case it is like this. That's why I inserted a 256 Mb memory card and never take it out. Edited November 8, 2024 by Smogg Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smogg Posted November 8, 2024 Share #11 Posted November 8, 2024 (edited) This is the way I prefer to carry any of my cameras, but I'm too lazy to remove and install this plate every time. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited November 8, 2024 by Smogg Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/410523-download-q3-photos-from-the-camera-to-my-imac/?do=findComment&comment=5690187'>More sharing options...
PeterHatt Posted November 8, 2024 Share #12 Posted November 8, 2024 (edited) Just a thought, is it possible to connect the camera to your home wifi network? Edited November 8, 2024 by PeterHatt Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Le Chef Posted November 8, 2024 Share #13 Posted November 8, 2024 It's still easier and safer to take the card out of the camera and put it directly into your computer or into a card reader connected to the computer. Undoing a base plate of grip takes seconds. Connecting to Wi-Fi takes longer and is more prone to disconnects etc. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tamboalex Posted November 10, 2024 Author Share #14 Posted November 10, 2024 Thank You all for the feedback purchased the card reader …. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LesR Posted November 11, 2024 Share #15 Posted November 11, 2024 (edited) Not sure why this is being made so complicated. From the pictures you will see that if the camera is connected to the iMac and set to USB mass storage, pic 1 then the Q3 shows as a device in the photos app, pic 2 then import as normal. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited November 11, 2024 by LesR Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/410523-download-q3-photos-from-the-camera-to-my-imac/?do=findComment&comment=5693595'>More sharing options...
FlashGordonPhotography Posted November 13, 2024 Share #16 Posted November 13, 2024 It also shows up on your desktop as a drive. Just like the SL3. The only camera with *issues* is the M11 which needs the image capture app to access the files directly. ASAIK all the other current Leicas support mass storage. Gordon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikc Posted November 13, 2024 Share #17 Posted November 13, 2024 On 11/11/2024 at 2:38 AM, LesR said: Not sure why this is being made so complicated. From the pictures you will see that if the camera is connected to the iMac and set to USB mass storage, pic 1 then the Q3 shows as a device in the photos app, pic 2 then import as normal. Yes. This is correct. Very simple to transfer using a USB-C cable. I also use the bottom plate to connect to a PD capture clip - this covers the SD card slot. Just set up camera to default to "USB-C mass storage device." Connect to computer powered on, and Mac will recognize as a source for import. Easy (and fast) to import to Lightroom directly. I don't recall for sure, but I seem to remember that the same works for mobile workflows to Lightroom on iPad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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