EOS R6 Mark IIvs Leica M11vs OM System OM-1 Mark II
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OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024)
From £1999
Best for Wildlife, birds & outdoor sports
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Which should you buy?
Portraits & Action — EOS R6 Mark II (2022): 40fps burst, 8-stop IBIS, and Canon's best-in-class Dual Pixel AF — exceptional for action, sports, and portrait work.
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.
Wildlife, Birds & Outdoor Sports — OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024): OM System's most capable camera — 120fps AF burst, AI subject detection, and IP53 weather sealing make it the best-value pro wildlife camera.
Who should buy what
EOS R6 Mark II (2022)
- You want a do-everything full-frame body for weddings and events
- You need reliable subject tracking across stills and fast-moving video
- You shoot both photos and video professionally and need a single body that handles both
- You want Canon's colour science with a modern mirrorless system
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
OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024)
- You shoot wildlife, birds in flight, or fast-moving action where tracking accuracy is critical
- You need extreme weather sealing for shooting in rain, dust, mud, or freezing cold
- You're invested in the MFT ecosystem and want the absolute best body available
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the om system om-1 mark ii is the most affordable; only the eos r6 mark ii, om system om-1 mark ii are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R6 Mark II (2022) | Leica M11 (2022) | OM System OM-1 Mark II (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £2,099 | £7,999 | £1,999 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 20MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 60.0MP | 20.0MP |
| Video | 4K/60p 10-bit oversampled, 6K RAW out, FHD/180p | None | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, 4K HLG |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, 6072 zones, deep-learning subject tracking | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | AI subject detection AF (birds, animals, motorsport) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops (coordinated with IS lenses) | None | 8.5-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 40fps electronic | 4.5fps | 120fps with AF tracking |
| Battery Life | ~760 shots (CIPA) | 700 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 670g body only | 530g body only | 599g body only |
| Dimensions | 138.4 × 98.4 × 88.4mm | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.76× magnification | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | 0.83" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 120fps |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF mount (full-frame) | Leica M-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.1, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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