What are the absolute must-have travel accessories for the Leica Q3?
I saw people recommending the thumb grip and official half case online, but I'm worried the case makes swapping batteries annoying with the new door design. I'm heading to Tuscany in three weeks and want to stay under $300 for extras while keeping things light for hiking...
Agree on the extra power. For trekking Tuscany, I have been very satisfied with these additions:
Protecting your expensive gear is everything!! I highly recommend getting the Leica Hybrid Glass Screen Protector Q3 to keep that display safe from scratches while you're out hiking. It's a total lifesaver! Also, definitely grab an extra Leica BP-SCL6 Li-Ion Battery so you dont run out of power in the middle of Tuscany. You're gonna love it there, such an amazing trip!
I've been extremely satisfied with a minimalist approach for hiking. Since you're worried about that half case blocking the battery door, just skip it. A high-quality filter is a better way to protect the 28mm Summilux glass without adding weight. The B+W 49mm Master 007 Clear Filter MRC Nano is great because it uses Schott glass and doesn't mess with your image resolution. A few other things that work well for me: