Canon EOS R5 Mark IIvs Leica M11vs Lumix GH6
Canon
Canon EOS R5 Mark II (2024)
From £4299
Best for Hybrid shooters & professionals
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Which should you buy?
Hybrid Shooters & Professionals — Canon EOS R5 Mark II (2024): The most complete hybrid camera Canon has ever made — 45MP stacked BSI, 30fps burst, 8K/60p RAW, and Canon's legendary Dual Pixel AF in one body.
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.
Video Creators & Documentary Filmmakers — Lumix GH6 (2022): The video-first MFT camera — 5.7K internal, unlimited record times, and 10-bit colour for professional video production.
Who should buy what
Canon EOS R5 Mark II (2024)
- You're a working photographer or filmmaker who needs high-resolution stills and professional video
- You shoot commercial, editorial, or high-end portrait work
- You want the absolute best Canon mirrorless has to offer
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
Lumix GH6 (2022)
- You're a video producer or documentary filmmaker who prioritises codec quality and recording flexibility
- You need unlimited recording times without overheating concerns
- You want professional video specifications at a price that makes commercial sense
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the lumix gh6 is the most affordable; only the canon eos r5 mark ii, lumix gh6 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Canon EOS R5 Mark II (2024) | Leica M11 (2022) | Lumix GH6 (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £4,299 | £7,999 | £1,199 |
| Sensor | 45MP full-frame BSI stacked CMOS | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 45.0MP | 60.0MP | 25.2MP |
| Video | 8K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, Cinema RAW Light | None | 5.7K/60p, 4K/120p 10-bit, Cinema 4K, V-Log |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, AI subject tracking | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | Contrast-detect AF with subject detection |
| Stabilisation | 8-stop IBIS (coordinated with IS lenses) | None | 7.5-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 30fps electronic / 12fps mechanical | 4.5fps | 14fps |
| Battery Life | 570 shots (CIPA) | 700 shots (CIPA) | 560 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 746g body only | 530g body only | 739g body only |
| Dimensions | 138.5 × 101.2 × 93.5mm | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 138.4 × 100.3 × 99.6mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.64" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 120fps | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots |
| Screen | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF | Leica M-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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