Leica M11vs OM-1
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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.
Wildlife, Sport, Outdoor — OM-1 (2022): OM System's statement camera — class-leading weather sealing and the best IBIS in the business.
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
OM-1 (2022)
- Wildlife and bird photographers who need fast burst and pro weather sealing
- Outdoor photographers who work in challenging conditions
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the om-1 is the most affordable; only the om-1 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica M11 (2022) | OM-1 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £7,999 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS stacked BSI |
| Resolution | 60.0MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | None | 4K 60fps 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | 1053-point cross-type phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops (8 stops with sync IS) |
| Burst Rate | 4.5fps | 10fps mechanical, 50fps electronic, 120fps Pro Capture |
| Battery Life | 700 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 530g body only | 599g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | EVF 0.83× 5.76M-dot |
| Screen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M-dot |
| Mount | Leica M-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | 2× SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type B |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI, 3.5mm mic/headphone |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica M11 | OM-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | — | |
| Documentary | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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