X-S20vs Leica M11vs Pentax K-3 Mark III

GearFrame · Updated March 2026

Fujifilm X-S20 Fujifilm X-S20 (2023) From £849 Best for Hybrid photo & video View X-S20
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Leica Leica M11 Leica Leica M11 (2022) From £7999 Best for Rangefinder enthusiasts & collectors View Leica M11
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Pentax Pentax K-3 Mark III Pentax Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021) From £1699 Best for DSLR enthusiasts & outdoor photographers View Pentax K-3 Mark III

Which should you buy?

Hybrid Photo & Video — X-S20 (2023): Fujifilm's most accessible X-series body — 7-stop IBIS, 6K video, 20 film simulations, and a user-friendly layout.

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.

Dslr Enthusiasts & Outdoor Photographers — Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021): The finest APS-C DSLR ever made — class-leading weather sealing, optical viewfinder, 5-axis IBIS, and extraordinary build for photographers committed to DSLR.

↓ Full specifications below

X-S20 (2023)

  • You primarily create video content and want a capable but compact Fujifilm
  • You're a vlogger, travel creator, or documentary shooter
  • You want Fujifilm film simulations with strong, reliable video specs

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

Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)

  • You're a committed DSLR photographer with significant investment in Pentax glass
  • You shoot in extreme weather conditions and place build quality and reliability above everything
  • You prefer optical viewfinder performance and want the best modern APS-C DSLR available

Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the x-s20 is the most affordable; only the pentax k-3 mark iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.

Full specifications

Specification X-S20 (2023)Leica M11 (2022)Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
Price £849 £7,999 £1,699
Sensor 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS (AA-filterless)
Resolution 26.1MP 60.0MP 25.7MP
Video 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit None 4K/30p, 1080p/60p
Autofocus Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) SAFOX 13 phase-detect, 101-point (25 cross-type)
Stabilisation 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops None 5.5-stop 5-axis IBIS (Shake Reduction III)
Burst Rate 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic 4.5fps 12fps
Battery Life ~750 shots (CIPA) 700 shots (CIPA) 800 shots (CIPA)
Weight 491g body only 530g body only 820g body only
Dimensions 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm 134.5 × 103.5 × 73.5mm
Weather Sealed No No Yes
Viewfinder EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 1.05× magnification
Screen 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen 2.3" fixed TFT LCD 3.2" tilting touchscreen
Mount Fujifilm X-mount Leica M-mount Pentax KF-mount
Memory Cards Single SD UHS-I slot Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage Dual SD UHS-II
Connectivity USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
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