Really Right Stuff BQ3 L-bracket with grip for Leica Q3

Really Right Stuff BQ3 L-bracket with grip for Leica Q3, maximum control on the Leica compact full-frame camera

If you really want to have your Leica Q3 firmly under control – literally – the Really Right Stuff BQ3 L-bracket with grip plays in a league of its own. The precisely fitting L-bracket encloses the camera body so accurately that everything feels like it’s made from a single piece. The integrated grip significantly improves ergonomics, especially when you’re shooting for longer periods or equipping the Q3 with heavier accessories.

The L-profile section is designed so that landscape and portrait shots work without any fiddling: you simply reposition the camera and you’re done. Portrait orientation? Quick, stable, and without anything twisting out of place. You still have access to the battery and memory card without removing the plate, so the base plate simply stays on – while traveling, in the studio, or on a spontaneous city walk.

Developed specifically for this camera: perfect fit for the Leica Q3

The BQ3 is not universal, but designed specifically for this camera, the Leica Q3. That means no wobbly compromise solution, but an L-bracket that hugs the camera body to the millimeter. The contoured anti-twist flanges ensure that nothing shifts or rotates between camera and plate, even if you frequently reposition the Q3 or work with heavier lenses.

Really Right Stuff has designed the Leica Q3 camera plates to provide the most secure fit possible. Each plate is machined from solid blocks of aircraft-grade 6061-T6 aluminum, CNC precision-milled, and then Type II black anodized. This surface treatment protects against wear, provides a refined, unobtrusive look, and visually matches the Leica Q3 extremely well.

Attachment is via a specially made, captive 1/4"-20 mounting screw that is screwed directly into the camera’s tripod socket. So you don’t have to worry about loose screws disappearing somewhere in your camera bag. With a width of about 14 cm, a height of around 6.7 cm, a depth of about 5.3 cm, and a weight of only 116 g, the setup remains pleasantly compact yet extremely stable.

Made in the USA: precise CNC manufacturing from 6061-T6 aluminum

The BQ3 L-bracket is made in the USA and follows the typical Really Right Stuff philosophy: solid, precise, without gimmicks that only look good but add nothing. The aerospace-grade 6061-T6 aluminum is CNC precision-milled so that all edges are clean and the contact surfaces to the camera fit exactly.

The Type II black anodized surface is not only visually discreet and elegant, it also protects the metal from corrosion and scratches. Especially if you spend a lot of time outdoors – in the city, in the mountains, or anywhere in between – this robust finish really pays off.

Thanks to the combination of low weight and high rigidity, the Leica Q3 remains absolutely steady even on a high-quality tripod. Nothing continues to vibrate, nothing noticeably flexes, which is a real advantage for long exposures, night shots, or architectural photography.

Arca-style compatible: seamless integration into your quick-release system

The Really Right Stuff BQ3 L-bracket is Arca-style compatible and thus integrates effortlessly into professional quick-release systems. If you already work with Arca-style compatible 38 mm quick-release clamps, you can use the BQ3 directly without changing your system.

The clamping profile fits Wimberley clamps, Really Right Stuff screw clamps, Really Right Stuff lever clamps, Kirk clamps, Jobu Design clamps, and other Arca-style compatible quick-release clamps that, according to the manufacturer, are designed for 38 mm. This allows you to quickly move your Leica Q3 between different tripods, ball heads, or slider systems without having to reattach everything each time.

If you want to learn more about ARCA compatible solutions in your setup, you can find suitable quick-release clamps and components under ARCA compatible systems.

With QD strap socket: fast, secure strap attachment

The BQ3 includes an integrated QD strap socket, i.e. a QD compatible interface for modern strap systems with quick release. This makes attaching a carrying strap a proverbial child’s play: click in, done, and just as quickly released again.

Since the L-bracket has a QD strap socket, you need a strap with matching QD strap anchors to use it. You can find such straps and compatible QD strap anchors under QD straps and QD anchors.

The QD strap socket is positioned so that the camera hangs as balanced as possible when carried and does not twist uncomfortably. Especially if you frequently switch between tripod use and reportage-style shooting, this solution saves you a lot of time and nerves.

Laser-engraved sensor center marking: precise alignment for panoramas

On the BQ3 you’ll find laser-engraved sensor center markings that help you determine the optical axis of the Leica Q3 precisely. These markings are particularly useful if you are involved in panoramic photography or want to work very accurately, for example in architectural or reproduction photography.

The sensor center marking is almost indispensable for panoramic photography, because it allows you to set the camera’s pivot point accurately and thus create clean, low-distortion panoramas. You no longer have to guess where the sensor center is roughly located; instead, you can rely on the clear markings.

Thought-out ergonomics and practical everyday details

The integrated grip of the BQ3 significantly improves handling of the Leica Q3. Especially if you have larger hands or hold the camera in your hand for longer periods, the grip offers more support and a more secure feel. Its shape is chosen to support the natural gripping position without interfering with camera operation.

Despite its solid construction, access to the battery compartment and memory card slot remains completely unobstructed. You don’t have to remove the plate when the battery is empty or the card is full. That may sound like a small detail, but in everyday use it makes a huge difference, especially when you’re on the go and need to react quickly.

The L-bracket is not universal, but tailored exactly to the Leica Q3. As a result, the camera sits firmly and without play, without additional adapters or intermediate pieces. Combined with a high-quality tripod head, you get a setup that feels very direct and trustworthy.

Conclusion: an L-bracket for Leica Q3 users who don’t like half measures

Ultimately, the Really Right Stuff BQ3 L-bracket with grip for the Leica Q3 is a solution for anyone who wants to take their camera to a significantly higher level both ergonomically and in terms of tripod use. Precise CNC manufacturing from 6061-T6 aluminum, Type II black anodized surface, Arca-style compatible profile, QD strap socket, laser-engraved sensor center marking, and the Really Right Stuff R-Lock safety mechanism all work together here.

If you regularly use your Leica Q3 on a tripod, like to switch between landscape and portrait orientation, and at the same time appreciate a more comfortable grip position, this L-bracket is a very coherent, durable addition to your setup – without unnecessary ballast, but with many well-thought-out details that simply work in everyday use.