Leica M11vs Lumix S1
Leica
Leica M11 (2022)
Starting from £7999 new
Best for Rangefinder enthusiasts & collectors
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Lumix
Lumix S1 (2019)
Starting from £1499 new
Best for Landscape, studio & professional stills on L-mount
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GearScore™ Verdict — 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.
Landscape, Studio & Professional Stills On L-Mount — Lumix S1 (2019): Built like a tank with one of the finest viewfinders ever made — the S1 is the choice for photographers who prioritise build quality and IBIS over AF speed.
Who should buy what
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
Lumix S1 (2019)
- L-mount system photographers who want a rugged, weather-sealed full-frame body for demanding conditions
- Landscape and studio photographers who value exceptional IBIS and an outstanding EVF
- Video professionals who need V-Log and 4K/60p in a robust, weather-sealed body
- Leica SL users who want a more affordable second body on the same L-mount system
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the lumix s1 is the most affordable; only the lumix s1 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica M11 (2022) | Lumix S1 (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £7,999 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 24.2MP full-frame CMOS |
| Resolution | 60.0MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | None | 4K/60p (crop), 4K/30p (full-frame), 1080p/180p, V-Log (upgrade) |
| Autofocus | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | DFD contrast-detect AF — reliable but slower than phase-detect rivals |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS — 6 stops |
| Burst Rate | 4.5fps | 9fps continuous with AF/AE |
| Battery Life | 700 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 530g body only | 898g body only |
| Dimensions | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 148.9 × 110.0 × 96.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.78× — one of the finest EVFs available |
| Screen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.2" touchscreen, tilting |
| Mount | Leica M-mount | L-mount (Leica/Panasonic/Sigma) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic & headphone jacks |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica M11 | Lumix S1 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Documentary | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports | — |
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