Leica M11vs Lumix GH6vs Z7 II
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.
Video Creators & Documentary Filmmakers — Lumix GH6 (2022): The video-first MFT camera — 5.7K internal, unlimited record times, and 10-bit colour for professional video production.
Landscape & Studio / High-Resolution — Z7 II (2020): The Z7 II is a landscape and studio camera first, everything else second. 45.7MP with weather sealing and dual card slots is a compelling package. If you need resolution, it delivers. If you don't, the Z6 II is the smarter buy.
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 GH6 (2022)
- You're a video producer or documentary filmmaker who prioritises codec quality and recording flexibility
- You need unlimited recording times without overheating concerns
- You want professional video specifications at a price that makes commercial sense
Z7 II (2020)
- Landscape photographers who print large or need to crop significantly
- Studio and commercial photographers requiring maximum resolution
- Architecture photographers where detail is non-negotiable
- Fine-art photographers who shoot primarily from a tripod
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the lumix gh6 is the most affordable; only the lumix gh6, z7 ii are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica M11 (2022) | Lumix GH6 (2022) | Z7 II (2020) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £7,999 | £1,199 | £2,699 |
| Sensor | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 45.7MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 60.0MP | 25.2MP | 45.7MP |
| Video | None | 5.7K/60p, 4K/120p 10-bit, Cinema 4K, V-Log | 4K/60p, 4K/30p (oversampled), 1080p/120p slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | Contrast-detect AF with subject detection | Phase-detect, 493 points, Eye AF, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | None | 7.5-stop IBIS | 5-axis IBIS, 5 stops (up to 6 stops with VR lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 4.5fps | 14fps | 10fps mechanical, 10fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 700 shots (CIPA) | 560 shots (CIPA) | ~420 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 530g body only | 739g body only | 705g (body, battery, card) |
| Dimensions | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 138.4 × 100.3 × 99.6mm | 134.0 × 100.5 × 69.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen, 2.1M dots |
| Mount | Leica M-mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual card: 1× CFexpress Type B / XQD + 1× 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 2), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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