Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Leica M11

Let's take a closer look at the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Leica M11, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm GFX 50S (51MP) and the M11 (60MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm GFX 50S (Medium format) and M11 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S was unveiled 6 years before the M11 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm GFX 50S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M11 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S matches up versus the M11 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm GFX 50S & Leica M11. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50S Gallery & Leica M11 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S has outside measurements of 148mm x 94mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) while the Leica M11 has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Leica M11 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S vs the M11.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and M11 is 59 and 76 respectively.

Normally, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The graphic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and M11.

All in all, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 50S having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica M11 will resolve more detail having an extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm GFX 50S is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.