EOS M50vs Leica M11
Leica
Leica M11 (2022)
Starting from £7999 new
Best for Rangefinder enthusiasts & collectors
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Casual & Vlogging — EOS M50 (2018): The EOS M50 is the most complete-feeling entry-level EF-M camera — built-in EVF, fully articulating screen, Dual Pixel AF, and a well-designed compact body. Its 4K video carries a significant crop and loses Dual Pixel AF, making 1080p the practical option — but for stills and casual video, it remains an excellent used-market 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.
Who should buy what
EOS M50 (2018)
- Beginner photographers who want an EVF in a compact mirrorless
- Vloggers who want face-tracking AF and a flip screen
- Students stepping up to their first mirrorless camera
- Used-market shoppers wanting a well-rounded EF-M package
Leica M11 (2022)
- Rangefinder photographers who want the pinnacle of the M system
- M10-R owners upgrading to the BSI sensor and simplified base plate
- Collectors and enthusiasts who want the most refined digital Leica M ever made
- Photographers who want to slow down and shoot with intention
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the eos m50 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M50 (2018) | Leica M11 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £7,999 |
| Sensor | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) |
| Resolution | 24.1MP | 60.0MP |
| Video | 4K/24p (crop, no Dual Pixel AF), 1080p/60p | None |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face and subject detection | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) |
| Stabilisation | — | None |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 4.5fps |
| Battery Life | ~235 shots (CIPA) | 700 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 387g (body only) | 530g body only |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 88.1 × 58.7mm | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.39" type | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Leica M-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M50 | Leica M11 |
|---|---|---|
| Casual | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Documentary | — | |
| Landscape | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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