Leica has just introduced its own device – the Leica Leitz Phone 3 exclusively in Japan. As the name suggests, this is the third device in its series with the Phone 1 launched in 2021 and the Phone 2 following it in 2022.
Leica Leitz Phone 3
The Leitz Phone 3 is built around a 6.6-inch WUXGA+ IGZO OLED panel with a 240Hz refresh rate. It houses a 12.6MP front snapper with a f/2.3 aperture housed in a punch hole at the top center.
Around the back in a circular camera module at the top center third is a 47.2MP 1-inch type main sensor. The sensor is a 1-inch sensor with Octa Phase Detection Autofocus that is said to offer quick and precise focusing. It is an 19mm f/1.9 equivalent lens.
The device comes with Leitz Looks and Leica Tones. The former simulates the various aperture stops of the most popular Leica lenses – Noctilux-M 50mm f/1.2, Summilux-M 28mm f/1.4, and Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4.
Meanwhile, Leica Tones comes with new Vivid and Enhanced Leica Tones for lively, dynamic colors on the former and increased contrast and brighter shadows in the latter.
Other features of the device include a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage expandable to up to 1TB, IP65 and IP68 rating, and it comes with a lens cap and a matching case.
FAQ
Q: What are the colors available for the Leica Leitz Phone 3?
A: It comes in a lone color – Leica Black which comes with a textured finish and the Leitz logo in the middle of the rear panel.
Q: What are the full specifications of the Leitz Phone 3?
A: Here’s a rundown:
| Display | 6.6-inch WUXGA+ IGZO OLED 240Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| RAM | 12GB |
| Storage | 512GB (expandable up to 1TB) |
| Rear Camera | 47.2MP main (1-inch, f/1.9) 1.9MP depth |
| Front Camera | 12.6MP (f/2.3) |
| Battery | 5000mAh |
| OS | Android 14 |
Q: How much is the Leica Leitz Phone 3 in Japan?
A: While the device was announced, its exact pricing has yet to be announced and it will likely be revealed on April 19, 2024.
Q: Will the Leitz Phone 3 be available in the Philippines?
A: Unfortunately, it will not. The Leitz Phone 3 is exclusive to Japan like its predecessors.
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