Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica M11 Monochrome

In this article, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Leica M11 Monochrome, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and M11 Monochrome (60MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and M11 Monochrome (Full frame) come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was brought out 10 years earlier than the M11 Monochrome which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up against the M11 Monochrome in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 & Leica M11 Monochrome. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A1 has got outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Leica M11 Monochrome 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).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and the M11 Monochrome.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and M11 Monochrome is 87 and 76 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The picture below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A1 and M11 Monochrome.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A1 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Leica M11 Monochrome will show greater detail having its extra 44MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-A1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.