Thanks to Westcott, PetaPixel's preferred lighting partner!

This episode we used the Westcott FJ400 Strobe: https://www.fjwestcott.com/products/f...

And Beauty Dish Switch by Manny Ortiz: https://www.fjwestcott.com/products/b...

---

In 2023, the original Leica Q3 was a runner-up for our Camera of the Year. Now we have an alternate version that swaps the Q3's 28mm lens for a new 43mm optic. Which version does Chris Niccolls prefer? Better watch and find out.

--

Shop PetaPixel Merch: https://store.petapixel.com/

Rental equipment provided by The Camera Store: https://www.thecamerastore.com

PetaPixel exclusively uses Audio.com music in our YouTube show: https://audiio.com/petapixel

0:00 - Intro
0:42 - California Images
1:16 - Q3 similarities
4:04 - CAI Credentials
4:53 - Lens design
6:11 - Cropping
6:52 - Bokeh
7:32 - Sharpness
8:54 - Portraiture
10:50 - Flare
11:22 - Video
12:34 - Who is it for?