Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Leica M11 Monochrome

Following is a detailed review of the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Leica M11 Monochrome, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and the M11 Monochrome (60MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and M11 Monochrome (Full frame) have different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm GFX 50R was revealed 5 years earlier than the M11 Monochrome which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R grades versus the M11 Monochrome in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm GFX 50R & Leica M11 Monochrome. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery & Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50R has outside measurements of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") with a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) whilst the Leica M11 Monochrome has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Leica M11 Monochrome in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and the M11 Monochrome.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and M11 Monochrome is 59 and 76 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and M11 Monochrome.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50R with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica M11 Monochrome will render more detail because of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm GFX 50R will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.