EOS R50vs X-H2vs Leica M11
Which should you buy?
Beginners & Family — EOS R50 (2023): Canon's most beginner-friendly RF body — Dual Pixel AF and beautiful colour science in an approachable package.
High-Res Stills & Landscape — X-H2 (2022): Fujifilm's highest-resolution X-mount body — 40MP, 8K video, weather sealing, and 7-stop IBIS for serious photographers.
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.
Who should buy what
EOS R50 (2023)
- You're completely new to mirrorless cameras and want something uncomplicated
- You create vertical content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts
- You want great autofocus without needing to understand complex menus
X-H2 (2022)
- You need both high-resolution stills and 8K/4K video from one APS-C body
- You shoot commercial photography or video production professionally
- You want the most technically capable camera in Fujifilm's X-series lineup
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
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the eos r50 is the most affordable; only the x-h2 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R50 (2023) | X-H2 (2022) | Leica M11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £599 | £1,399 | £7,999 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 40.2MP | 60.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (uncropped 4K/24p), FHD/60p | 8K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 12-bit RAW output | None |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, face/eye/subject tracking | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 7-stop IBIS | None |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 15fps electronic | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 4.5fps |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~680 shots (CIPA) | 700 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 375g body only | 660g body only | 530g body only |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 85.5 × 68.8mm | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.80× magnification | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD |
| Mount | Canon RF-S / RF | Fujifilm X-mount | Leica M-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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