Leica Leitz Phone 3 goes official in Japan

TL;DR: The Leica Leitz Phone 3 has launched exclusively in Japan. It comes as a successor to the 2022 Leitz Phone 2, packing Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, 47.2-megapixel main camera, and 5000mAh battery.

The Leica Leitz Phone 3 has launched exclusively in Japan.
It comes as a successor to the 2022 Leitz Phone 2, packing Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, 47.2-megapixel main camera, and 5000mAh battery.
As for looks, the Leitz Phone 3 stays true to its Leica heritage.
Leica Leitz Phone 3 specs: 6.6-inch WUXGA+ Pro IGZO OLED 2730 x 1260 pixels, 2000 nits (peak) Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 12GB RAM 512GB storage Expandable up to 1TB via microSD Dual rear cameras (…
width: 12.1mm including lens) ~209g Leica Black Price and availability Leica has yet to disclose the pricing for this new model.

The Leica Leitz Phone 3 has launched exclusively in Japan. It comes as a successor to the 2022 Leitz Phone 2, packing Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, 47.2-megapixel main camera, and 5000mAh battery.

Leica Leitz Phone 3 Fi

As for looks, the Leitz Phone 3 stays true to its Leica heritage. The phone features a fluted frame and a textured back with a signature circular camera module that screams Leica.

It even comes with a fancy lens cap (sold separately or bundled) to complete the illusion that you’re carrying a miniature Leica M-Series camera around.

Leica Leitz Phone 3 Kv

Flip to front, it boasts a 6.6-inch WUXGA+ Pro IGZO OLED reaching up to 2000 nits of peak brightness. It runs Android 14 out of the box and has IP69 water and dust resistance rating for added protection.

Leica Leitz Phone 3 specs:
6.6-inch WUXGA+ Pro IGZO OLED
2730 x 1260 pixels, 2000 nits (peak)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
12GB RAM
512GB storage
Expandable up to 1TB via microSD
Dual rear cameras (Leica):
– 47.2MP f/1.9 main
– 1.9MP distance sensor
12.6MP f/2.3 selfie shooter (hole punch notch)
Wi-Fi IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Bluetooth 5.3
GPS
USB Type-C
3.5mm audio jack
NFC
In-display fingerprint sensor (ultrasonic), face unlock
IP68 water and dust resistance
Android 14
5000mAh battery
~77 × 161 × 9.3mm (max. width: 12.1mm including lens)
~209g
Leica Black

Leica Leitz Phone 3 Black Colorway

Price and availability

Leica has yet to disclose the pricing for this new model. The Leitz Phone 3, like its predecessors, is manufactured by Sharp. This explains the whole Japan-only exclusive. General availability of the phone begins on April 19 in the region.

What processor powers the Leica Leitz Phone 3?

The phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset.

What camera specifications does the Leica Leitz Phone 3 feature?

It has a 47.2‑megapixel main camera with f/1.9 aperture and a 12.6‑megapixel selfie shooter.

What display technology does the Leica Leitz Phone 3 use?

The device uses a 6.6‑inch WUXGA+ Pro IGZO OLED display that can reach up to 2000 nits of peak brightness.

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