The black with red lining Oberwerth Tagcase Hydrophobic for Leica Q3 Black Redis designed to give your Leica Q3 precise and thorough protection while maintaining a slim profile. A flap that gives quick and easy access to the battery, SD card, and USB-C port is on the bottom of the case. There is also a discreet pocket on the inside that can fit an Apple AirTag. This case is made from fine, high-quality leather and features aluminum built into the sides for support and flexibility. An integrated handle allows you to maintain a secure grip on your camera. The interior is lined with soft velour to prevent scratches. Easily attach your camera to a tripod with the 1/4" female thread. This case is compatible with the original Leica thumb rest.

Hydrophobic Leather    Made from Cowhide Leather    Bottom Flap Gives Access to Controls    Allows Access to Battery    Attaches to Tripod    Integrated Grip Handle    Aluminum Integrated into the Sides    Soft Velour Lined Interior    Works with Original Leica Thumb Rest    Discreet AirTag Pocket

Hydrophobic leather is treated for water-resistance during the tanning process, as opposed to grease coatings or chemical impregnation. Oberwerth's hydrophobic leather is just as breathable as normal leather but dries faster and gives better heat regulation.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will the Ettas pouch fit Leica Q3 43?

A: Yes, the Leica Ettas Pouch will fit a Leica Q3 43.

Q: 2. Does the bottom right corner have a loop to allow attachment of a peak design hand strap ?

A: The Really Right Stuff Leica Q3 L-Plate with Grip does not have a strap loop, but it does have a QD socket on the bottom. You should be able to loop the Peak Design anchor through the QD Socket and the battery door opening.

Q: 3. I use the Peak Design capture plate. Does this rig allow me to use that plate as well or would it not be possible?

A: Yes, you can use the SmallRig L-Shape Mount Plate With Handle for Leica Q3 with the Peak Design PL-S-3 Standard Plate.

Q: 4. The Oberwerth hydro line leather is a smooth, matte finish. Isn't this pebbled finish their "casual" line?

A: The Oberwerth Tagcase Hydrophobic Line Leder for Leica Q3 (Black with Red Lining) has a pebbled finish.

Q: 5. Where is this made in?

A: The Oberwerth Leica Q2 Open Version Half Case (Black) country of origin is Germany.

Q: 6. Is the brass thumb support solid brass, or is it a brass finish applied to another type of metal?

A: This thumb support is solid brass. The silver and black versions are anodized aluminum.

Q: 7. Is the this compatable with the Q3 halfcase?

A: The Leica Thumb Support Q3 (Aluminum, Silver) is incompatible with the Leica Half Case Q3.

Q: 8. I know they are not encoded... many I have seen have the engraved spaces on the mount and I want to confirm that this specific lens has the engraved spaces so I can put in the code myself?

A: According to the manufacturer, the KIPON Iberit 24mm f/2.4 Lens for Leica M (as well as all of their Leica M-mount lenses) already feature the 6-bit engraved spacing; they simply require you to paint the proper code onto the lens mount flange.

Q: 9. Will the inside of the Small Rig grip abrade the surface of the Leica Q3?

A: The inside of the SmallRig L-Shape Mount Plate With Handle for Leica Q3 is made of nonabrasive materials, so it's safe to use with the Leica Q3 Digital Camera.

Q: 10. Will this be compatible with the Q2?

A: The Leica Thumb Support Q3 (Aluminum, Silver) is not compatible with the Leica Q2, due to a difference in custom function button layout.