Leica M11vs Z6 III
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.
Hybrid Video & Action — Z6 III (2024): Partial-stacked FF sensor for near-zero blackout, 6K RAW video, and 60fps burst — Nikon's most capable hybrid.
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
Z6 III (2024)
- Hybrid photographers who want partially-stacked sensor speed with full-frame quality
- Z6 II owners ready for a major AF and video upgrade
- Sports and action shooters who want 6K RAW video and fast burst
- Professionals who want a versatile full-frame Z body for any situation
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the z6 iii is the most affordable; only the z6 iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica M11 (2022) | Z6 III (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £7,999 | £2,199 |
| Sensor | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 24.5MP Full-frame Partial-stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 60.0MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | None | 6K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, N-Log, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle/aircraft) |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, 6.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 4.5fps | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 700 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 530g body only | 760g body only |
| Dimensions | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 138.5 × 101.5 × 74.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.90× magnification |
| Screen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Leica M-mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica M11 | Z6 III |
|---|---|---|
| Street | — | |
| Documentary | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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