Leica M11vs Leica Q3vs Ricoh GR IIIx
Which should you buy?
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.
Travel, Street & Premium Compact Shooters — Leica Q3 (2023): 60MP, Summilux 28mm, IBIS, and weather sealing — the Q3 is the ultimate fixed-lens camera for those who can justify the cost.
Street Portraits & Reportage — Ricoh GR IIIx (2021): APS-C in a shirt pocket with a 40mm perspective — the GR IIIx is the ideal street portrait compact for photographers who want a slightly tighter frame.
Who should buy what
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
Leica Q3 (2023)
- You want a single camera that's ready for anything, anywhere — no lens changes needed
- You shoot street, travel, or documentary and want full-frame quality in a compact body
- You appreciate Leica optical quality and are comfortable committing to one focal length
Ricoh GR IIIx (2021)
- You want the GR experience with a slightly tighter, more versatile field of view
- You shoot portraits, food, or street scenes where 40mm suits better than 28mm wide
- You want a premium compact that fits in a shirt pocket with better tonal rendering than a phone
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the ricoh gr iiix is the most affordable; only the leica q3 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica M11 (2022) | Leica Q3 (2023) | Ricoh GR IIIx (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £7,999 | £5,999 | £999 |
| Sensor | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 60.0MP | 60.0MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | None | 8K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Hybrid contrast/phase-detect AF with subject detection |
| Stabilisation | None | 5.5-stop IBIS | 4-stop IBIS (Shake Reduction) |
| Burst Rate | 4.5fps | 15fps | 4fps |
| Battery Life | 700 shots (CIPA) | 380 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 530g body only | 743g | 262g |
| Dimensions | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 130.0 × 80.3 × 91.0mm | 111.2 × 61.4 × 33.2mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | 0.787" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots | None |
| Screen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" fixed touchscreen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen |
| Mount | Leica M-mount | Fixed Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH | Fixed 40mm-equiv f/2.8 lens |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Single SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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