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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica M11

Portability
86
Imaging
72
Features
88
Overall
78
Fujifilm X-E4 front
 
Leica M11 front
Portability
76
Imaging
83
Features
56
Overall
72

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica M11 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 364g - 121 x 73 x 33mm
  • Released January 2021
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-E3
Leica M11
(Full Review)
  • 60MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 64 - 50000
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 640g - 139 x 80 x 39mm
  • Launched January 2022
  • Succeeded the Leica M10
Photography Glossary

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica M11 Overview

Here is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm X-E4 versus Leica M11, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E4 (26MP) and M11 (60MP) and the Fujifilm X-E4 (APS-C) and M11 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E4 was introduced 11 months before the M11 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E4 scores against the M11 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E4 over the Leica M11

 Fujifilm X-E4 M11 
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Leica M11 over the Fujifilm X-E4

 M11 Fujifilm X-E4 
LaunchedJanuary 2022January 2021Fresher by 11 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Display resolution2333k1620kSharper display (+713k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E4 and Leica M11

 Fujifilm X-E4 M11 
Manual focus Very exact focus
Display dimensions3"3.00"Equal display dimensions
Touch display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica M11 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E4 features outer dimensions of 121mm x 73mm x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") with a weight of 364 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Leica M11 has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E4 versus Leica M11 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E4 compared to the M11.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica M11 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E4 and M11 is 86 and 76 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica M11 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica M11 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E4 and M11.

As you can tell, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E4 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Leica M11 will result in more detail using its extra 34MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E4 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica M11 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica M11 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica M11 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Portrait photography details
Leica M11 Portrait photography details
83
manual focus
excellent MP (26 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
89
has manual focus
great sensor resolution (60 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Street photography advice
Leica M11 Street photography advice
80
has a tilting screen
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
offers touch focus
no image stabilization
80
screen articulates fully
big sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
above average high ISO (50,000)
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-E4
Sports photography with Leica M11
79
quiet shutter (1/32,000s)
high max frames per second (20.0 fps)
excellent MP (26MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
better than average battery power (380 per charge)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
69
silent mode (1/16,000s)
great sensor resolution (60 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
environment sealing
great battery life (700 per charge)
continuous shooting slow (4.5 frames per second)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Travel photography highlights
Leica M11 Travel photography highlights
88
better than average battery power (380 shots)
connects via bluetooth
offers touch focus
excellent MP (26MP)
display is selfie friendly
71
great battery life (700 per charge)
environment sealing
great sensor resolution (60MP)
does not have Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Landscape photography features
Leica M11 Landscape photography features
81
manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
excellent MP (26MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
does not have low pass filter
exports RAW files
better than average battery power (380 per charge)
no image stabilization
81
has manual focus
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
pretty good screen size (3.00")
great sensor resolution (60 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
above average high ISO (50,000)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
great battery life (700 per charge)
no image stabilization
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Vlogging features
Leica M11 Vlogging features
82
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen functionality
features face detection autofocus
video res high (4096 x 2160 pxls)
includes external microphone jack
no image stabilization
9
no video shooting
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Leica M11 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E4 and Leica M11
 Fujifilm X-E4Leica M11
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Leica
Model type Fujifilm X-E4 Leica M11
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2021-01-27 2022-01-13
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixels 60 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Peak resolution 6240 x 4160 9528 x 6328
Highest native ISO 12800 50000
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 160 64
RAW pictures
Min enhanced ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 425 -
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Leica M
Available lenses 58 62
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fully Articulated
Screen diagonal 3" 3.00"
Screen resolution 1,620k dots 2,333k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Optical (rangefinder)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.73x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 3600s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000s 1/16000s
Continuous shutter rate 20.0fps 4.5fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM -
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) Yes
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 364 grams (0.80 pounds) 640 grams (1.41 pounds)
Physical dimensions 121 x 73 x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") 139 x 80 x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 380 shots 700 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S BC-SCL7
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12s)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II type SD
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $849 $8,995