Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica M11

Here is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm X-A1 and Leica M11, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and M11 (60MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and M11 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was brought out 9 years prior to the M11 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades against the M11 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 and Leica M11. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Leica M11 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 has outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Leica M11 has sizing of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A1 and Leica M11 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and the M11.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and M11 is 87 and 76 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The visual here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and M11.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A1 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Leica M11 will provide extra detail having its extra 44MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-A1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.