Leica M11vs OM-3
Leica
Leica M11 (2022)
Starting from £7999 new
Best for Rangefinder enthusiasts & collectors
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OM System
OM-3 (2024)
Starting from £999 new
Best for Travel, outdoor & adventure photography
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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.
Travel, Outdoor & Adventure Photography — OM-3 (2024): The ideal mid-range OM System camera — weather sealed, class-leading IBIS, and superb computational features in a compact body.
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-3 (2024)
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who need weather sealing and compact size
- Wildlife and bird photographers wanting improved AF over the OM-5
- Travel shooters who want a rugged, lightweight MFT system
- OM-5 or E-M5 III owners wanting better autofocus without going to the OM-1
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the om-3 is the most affordable; only the om-3 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Leica M11 (2022) | OM-3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £7,999 | £999 |
| Sensor | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 20.4MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds |
| Resolution | 60.0MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | None | 4K/60p (10-bit), C4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | Phase-detect AF — subject recognition (human, animal, bird, vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | None | IBIS — up to 6.5 stops (7.5 stops with Sync IS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 4.5fps | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic with AF |
| Battery Life | 700 shots (CIPA) | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 530g body only | 414g (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 122.3 × 84.6 × 49.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Leica M-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Leica M11 | OM-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Documentary | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — |
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