Leica M11vs Lumix G9 IIvs Nikon Z8
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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.
Sports, Wildlife & Hybrid Professionals — Nikon Z8 (2023): Z9 performance in a compact body — 45MP, 8K/60p RAW, and 20fps burst without the bulk or price of the flagship.
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
Nikon Z8 (2023)
- You need Z9-level performance in a more travel-friendly and portable body
- You shoot wildlife, weddings, or sport and need exceptional resolution with speed
- You want the best Nikon mirrorless body available without carrying the full Z9
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the lumix g9 ii is the most affordable; only the lumix g9 ii, nikon z8 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica M11 (2022) | Lumix G9 II (2023) | Nikon Z8 (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £7,999 | £1,499 | £3,999 |
| Sensor | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 45.7MP full-frame BSI stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 60.0MP | 25.2MP | 45.7MP |
| Video | None | 5.8K/30p, 4K/120p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 8K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, ProRes RAW |
| Autofocus | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Subject detection AF, 493-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | None | 8-stop IBIS (with OIS lenses) | 6-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 4.5fps | 25fps with AF / 75fps electronic (fixed focus) | 20fps RAW / 120fps JPEG |
| Battery Life | 700 shots (CIPA) | 680 shots (CIPA) | 330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 530g body only | 658g body only | 910g body only |
| Dimensions | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 134.3 × 100.3 × 90.5mm | 144.0 × 118.5 × 83.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | 0.5" Quad-VGA OLED EVF, 3.69M dots, 120fps |
| Screen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Leica M-mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual CFexpress Type B / XQD |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth |
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