Leica M11

The legendary rangefinder, evolved for modern photography.

Leica M11
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Leica
Model 20201

Key Features

SENSOR Full-frame BSI CMOS sensor with Triple Resolution Technology (60/36/18 MP)
PROCESSOR Maestro III image processor for high-speed performance
AUTOFOCUS Manual focus rangefinder system with focus peaking via Live View
PHASE DETECTION N/A - Manual focus rangefinder system
VIDEO 4K (3840x2160) at 30fps, 1080p at 60fps
STABILIZATION None (relies on lens/photographer stability)
BURST RATE Up to 4.5 frames per second
VIEWFINDER Optical bright-line rangefinder with automatic parallax correction
DISPLAY 2.95-inch fixed touch-screen LCD with 2.3 million dots
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
MEMORY CARD Single SD UHS-II slot plus 64GB internal memory
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy and aluminum chassis, limited weather resistance
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 700 shots (CIPA) with BP-SCL7 battery

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Leica M11

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✗ Not Present Controlled via menu
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited On lens
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ✓ Present
AF-ON Button ✗ Not Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✗ Not Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✗ Not Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✗ Not Present
Monitor Mode Button ✓ Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Leica M11

Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Leica M11 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Leica M11

For over a decade, we have been teaching photography following a university standard. No one does it better than us. We have a selection of courses, diplomas, graduate and post-graduate programs, as well as some of our best-selling university press publications, to guide you in the best possible way for your camera. Enroll in the fundamentals and then move to the genres you want to master.

Technical Specification

Sensor Full-frame BSI CMOS
Resolution 60.3 Megapixels
ISO Range 64 - 50,000
Autofocus Manual Rangefinder
Shutter Speed 1/16000s (electronic) to 60 minutes
Burst Rate 4.5 fps
Video 4K 30p
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Optical Rangefinder
LCD 2.95-inch Fixed Touchscreen
Memory Card SD UHS-II + 64GB Internal
Connectivity USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Battery Life 700 shots
Weight 640g (with battery)
Dimensions 139 x 80 x 38.5 mm