EOS R100vs Leica M11vs A6400
Which should you buy?
First Camera / Beginner Photography — EOS R100 (2023): The R100 does the basics well at the lowest possible price point. Its main value is as a gateway into the Canon RF ecosystem — the lenses you buy now will work on any Canon body you upgrade to later. Modest ambitions, reliably met.
Rangefinder Enthusiasts & Collectors — Leica M11 (2022): 60MP of full-frame resolution in the thinnest digital M ever made — the M11 is the definitive expression of Leica's rangefinder tradition.
Content Creation & Vlogging — A6400 (2019): The best value APS-C Sony you can buy — especially used. Real-time Eye AF at this price point was transformative when it launched and still makes it one of the most reliable autofocus systems in the lineup.
Who should buy what
EOS R100 (2023)
- First-time camera buyers stepping up from a smartphone
- Students and hobbyists wanting an affordable starting point
- Anyone who wants to start investing in Canon RF glass on a budget
- Casual photographers who don't need advanced video or speed
Leica M11 (2022)
- You shoot street, documentary, or reportage and prefer manual focus discipline
- You value a discreet, minimal camera that doesn't draw attention in public
- You're willing to invest time in the rangefinder learning curve for a uniquely rewarding experience
A6400 (2019)
- Vloggers and content creators who need a flip screen and reliable AF
- Photographers upgrading from a compact or smartphone
- Beginners who want room to grow into a full E-mount lens ecosystem
- Anyone prioritising autofocus performance at an accessible price
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the eos r100 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R100 (2023) | Leica M11 (2022) | A6400 (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £529 | £7,999 | £899 |
| Sensor | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS BSI |
| Resolution | 24.1MP | 60.0MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/60p | None | 4K/30p (6K oversampled, no crop), 1080p/120p slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF, face detection, subject tracking | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | Phase-detect, 425 points, real-time Eye AF & animal AF |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 6.5fps mechanical | 4.5fps | 11fps mechanical, 8fps with AF tracking |
| Battery Life | ~270 shots (CIPA) | 700 shots (CIPA) | ~410 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 356g (body, battery, card) | 530g body only | 403g (body, battery, card) |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 85.5 × 68.8mm | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 120.0 × 66.9 × 59.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.59× magnification | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 180° flip for selfie/vlog, 921k dots |
| Mount | Canon RF-mount | Leica M-mount | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Micro-USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC |
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