Leica M11vs Z5 II
Leica
Leica M11 (2022)
Starting from £7999 new
Best for Rangefinder enthusiasts & collectors
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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.
Full-Frame Value — Z5 II (2024): The most accessible full-frame mirrorless — dual card slots, weather sealing, and Nikon colour at a sensible price.
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
Z5 II (2024)
- DSLR photographers making the switch to full-frame mirrorless
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame Z quality at the most accessible price
- Z5 owners wanting significantly improved autofocus and uncropped 4K
- Landscape and portrait photographers stepping up from APS-C
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the z5 ii is the most affordable; only the z5 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica M11 (2022) | Z5 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £7,999 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 60.0MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | None | 4K/30p oversampled, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 4.5fps | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 700 shots (CIPA) | ~470 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 530g body only | 700g body only |
| Dimensions | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 134.0 × 100.5 × 69.9mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Leica M-mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica M11 | Z5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Documentary | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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