Simone_DF Posted January 23 Share #21 Posted January 23 Advertisement (gone after registration) 6 hours ago, coleica said: Not the M11? Little bit of best of both worlds. How come? It’s a completely different camera experience and as far away from the SL and Q as it can be, and that’s its strength 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Simone_DF Posted January 23 Share #22 Posted January 23 @Clandrel have you considered getting the Q3 43 and a cheaper camera? At the moment I have the Q3 43 and a S5II. They have replaced a SL2-S. The Q3 covers 70-80% of what I shot, and I use the S5 mostly for M lenses, although I have a good selection of L mount lenses to choose from in case I need them. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
costa43 Posted January 23 Share #23 Posted January 23 What do you shoot with currently? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradS Posted January 23 Share #24 Posted January 23 3 hours ago, pgh said: .... If you can’t decide, get neither. No need to half half-heartedly spend thousands and thousands of dollars. .... This is excellent advice. If not Hell Yeah! then, no. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Genoweffa Posted January 23 Share #25 Posted January 23 8 hours ago, coleica said: Not the M11? Little bit of best of both worlds. good one... 🤣 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianforber Posted January 23 Share #26 Posted January 23 20 hours ago, Clandrel said: Yes, I have. As I mentioned I love them both, for different reasons. I would love to hear if any other has been in the same situation, and what made them chose one over the other. I decided to go down the Q route (Q2) rather than an SL because the lenses on the latter were too big and I wanted to eliminate the temptation to buy more lenses. I subsequently bought an M11 and sold it because I didn’t really get on with it. I briefly thought about trading it and my Q2 in for an SL and using my M lenses on it. Then I came to my senses and reminded myself that the Q is perfect for what I do. Still no temptation to buy lenses! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
S Maclean Posted January 23 Share #27 Posted January 23 Advertisement (gone after registration) If I had to choose only one of those 2 I'd get the SL3, which I can pair up to whatever lens I want and have, basically the best options always available. Plus IO can use my m lenses. But....I just got the Q43 as well because there are times when I just don't want any hassle. The M is my most artistic camera, the SL3 my best performer (on Leica; IQ on Hasselblad may still be a little better), the Q is the Hybrid cousin that can shoot manual, can shoot all auto, can autofocus, is weather sealed and fits in my pocket. The M also fits in my coat pocket, and If I'm in the mood to take pictures, it is the most rewarding. The images on the SL3 are perfection, always. It's almost medium format. Q is fun. But It would not cover all my photo ambitions and attempts. SL3 does, except for the portability if you want to travel with a full kit. M is perfect, but sometimes conditions don't allow me to take the best shot with my eyesight and speed, so it's best when I can take the time to photograph. Worth saying that an SL3 with an M lens is not that much bigger than an M camera, and it is much friendlier. So there, I have not helped at all. I can find a justification for all of them. Which one serves all purposes? SL3, if you are willing to be a little less romantic and attached to a rangefinder. Good luck 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick NL Posted January 23 Share #28 Posted January 23 If you consider a Q as your only camera and given the types of photography you do, I think a 28mm version would be a better choice. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coleica Posted January 23 Share #29 Posted January 23 10 hours ago, Simone_DF said: How come? It’s a completely different camera experience and as far away from the SL and Q as it can be, and that’s its strength The way I was thinking about it, the M offers the ability of changing lenses (SL), in a relatively smaller package (Q3). Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
enoxiste Posted January 24 Share #30 Posted January 24 On 1/23/2025 at 12:42 AM, Clandrel said: Hi, I just can’t decide between a Q3 43 or go for the SL system. I have noe problem with size/weight, so it is all about what is the most satisfying system. I thought a Q3 with its limitations would be perfect, but suddenly I thought that all the possibilities with a SL3 would be the better option. This will be my only camera. So, a SL3 with a SL 35mm Summicron to start with ( or do I have to go APO?) or a Q3 43? I shoot family, street and architecture (with people in them). I LOVE the build quality of the SL3 and will probably build a small collections of lenses (35/50/75 most likely). I LOVE the possibilities a system gives you, but afraid it will turn into a lens-wanting-bonanza, where you always look for the best lens. Also, I believe the SL3 may be more future proof than the Q3? But… I LOVE the restrictions a fixed lense gives you (Q3 43). What would you do, and if you choose SL3, which lens would you start with? Thoughts? Claus If size/weight doesnt a problem for you, i can suggest you to get SL3. For restrictions, you can take only one lens with you as i do Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
anonymoose Posted January 25 Share #31 Posted January 25 Very different cameras. Q3 43: very portable, fixed lens. Excellent travel/every day camera. SL3: larger, heavier, but you can swap lenses. If you are ok with 43mm and cropping in for "zoom" and care about weight/portability, then I'd go with the Q3 43. If you need wider than 43, then obviously go with the regular Q3. Otherwise get the SL3. 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
S Maclean Posted January 27 Share #32 Posted January 27 I was playing with these 2 cameras today, My opinion stands solid with the SL3. I would say I enjoy the Q3 43 only because I have the SL3. It gives me an "economic" and lighter setup. But, man, the SL3 is, I think the one Leica that sings the most to me on IQ and experience. It is just perfection. The M system still remains the "hunting" artistic camera. And it truly makes you feel like you are making images rather than taking them. But, I just smile everytime I look at the images I take with the SL3. The Q is perfect for it's use and intent, but it is not a substitute for the S. The S, however, could substitute the M and be used analog with the M lenses. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
garygraphy Posted January 27 Share #33 Posted January 27 The Q343 is the perfect everyday camera that you really can spend time with and develop a 2nd nature to using it intuitively. I highly recommend that at this phase in life, less is definitely more. 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RQ44 Posted January 27 Share #34 Posted January 27 (edited) It comes down to your real world use. Are you a professional photographer or just a hobby user? If you were going to use for you work, hands down the SL for added flexibility and robustness. If you just want to play and take photos for the love of it, again the SL, but the Q will give you ease in portability. They two different cameras designed for two different markets. Just work out where you fit and go from there. I know if I was looking for another work camera the SL would be it. Edited January 27 by RQ44 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom0511 Posted February 27 Share #35 Posted February 27 Q3 and Q43 have the advantage of a smaller body, and if you own both you dont have to change lenses. On the other side the SL3, besides to option to use all kind of lenses, should give you a better EVF and nicer big buttons and wheels, etc.etc. IMO the Q3 are nice but they are in between. Not a pocket camera but also not a real big camera. I usually bring my SL-gear for vacation/travel and alldays use, and if I want really small I prefer a Ricoh GRIII(x) or Fuji X100. It really depends what works best for you. Besides the fixed lens question - if you take a SL3+35 in your hand or a Leica Q43, which one makes you want to go out and shoot. For famliy stuff a SL3-S could be an advantage by the way, even faster AF and better high ISO and overall very fast and who needs more than 24MP for familiy images (I dont eventhough I own cameras with more than 24MP as well ) 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcqinternational Posted February 27 Share #36 Posted February 27 Q2 . Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_tribble Posted March 2 Share #37 Posted March 2 (edited) Hmmm. Don’t always go for the latest. I’ve just sold my M6TTL (I’ve not shot film in 20 years) and a batch of M lenses that weren’t earning their keep and bought the Q3 43 because I want a carry everywhere camera with the huge (for me) benefit of semi macro potential. I’ve also kept my M10-R and 28 + 35 Summicron Asph lenses for wider work and pleasure, and 2 SL2 bodies + 75 APO 24-90 & 90-280 for money jobs. The older models all do everything I need. Look around for good used kit from a reputable dealer. Save money and have the tools you need without always chasing the latest iterations. enjoy your photography…🙂 Edited March 2 by chris_tribble 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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