Leica M11vs Lumix G9 IIvs Lumix S5
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Lumix G9 II (2023)
From £1499
Best for Wildlife, sports & hybrid MFT shooters
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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.
Wildlife, Sports & Hybrid Mft Shooters — Lumix G9 II (2023): Phase-detect AF transforms the G9 II into a genuine MFT all-rounder — the best Lumix MFT camera for both stills and video.
Professional Video & Hybrid Shooting — Lumix S5 (2020): The S5 is an outstanding video camera that also takes excellent stills. 10-bit 4K/60p, dual native ISO and 6.5-stop IBIS in a weather-sealed body is a compelling package. The contrast-detect AF is its main weakness vs Sony and Canon — but for controlled shooting it doesn't hold it back.
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
Lumix G9 II (2023)
- You want the best Micro Four Thirds camera for both stills and video
- You shoot wildlife, sports, or documentary and value the compact, lightweight MFT system
- You're invested in the MFT lens ecosystem and want the top-tier body to go with it
Lumix S5 (2020)
- Videographers who need 10-bit colour science in a full-frame body
- Photographers who shoot video as a second discipline
- Studio photographers who want full-frame IBIS at a lower price
- L-mount system users building a versatile kit
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the lumix g9 ii is the most affordable; only the lumix g9 ii, lumix s5 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica M11 (2022) | Lumix G9 II (2023) | Lumix S5 (2020) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £7,999 | £1,499 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS |
| Resolution | 60.0MP | 25.2MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | None | 5.8K/30p, 4K/120p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 4K/60p 10-bit V-Log/HLG, 5.9K anamorphic, 1080p/180p slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Contrast AF (DFD Technology), face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | None | 8-stop IBIS (with OIS lenses) | 6.5-stop IBIS (dual IBIS with Lumix S lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 4.5fps | 25fps with AF / 75fps electronic (fixed focus) | 7fps mechanical, 9fps electronic (AFS) |
| Battery Life | 700 shots (CIPA) | 680 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 530g body only | 658g body only | 714g (body, battery, card) |
| Dimensions | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 134.3 × 100.3 × 90.5mm | 132.6 × 97.1 × 81.9mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.78× magnification |
| Screen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | Leica M-mount | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1), full-size HDMI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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