Fujifilm X-A5 vs Leica M11

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm X-A5 and Leica M11, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and M11 (60MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and M11 (Full frame) possess different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was brought out 5 years earlier than the M11 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up versus the M11 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A5 & Leica M11. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Leica M11 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A5 has got exterior measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Leica M11 has sizing of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-A5 and Leica M11 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 against the M11.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A5 and M11 is 86 and 76 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The visual here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A5 and M11.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Leica M11 will offer you extra detail having its extra 36 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-A5 is going to be behind in sensor tech.