Leica M11 Monochrome vs Leica SL

Let's take a deeper look at the Leica M11 Monochrome and Leica SL, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both built by Leica. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the M11 Monochrome (60MP) and SL (24MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The M11 Monochrome was announced 7 years later than the SL and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Leica M11 Monochrome being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Leica SL being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the M11 Monochrome scores against the SL with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M11 Monochrome & Leica SL. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery & Leica SL Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Leica M11 Monochrome features exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) whilst the Leica SL has specifications of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica M11 Monochrome and Leica SL in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the M11 Monochrome compared to the SL.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M11 Monochrome and SL is 76 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M11 Monochrome and SL.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Leica M11 Monochrome to resolve extra detail with its extra 36MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher M11 Monochrome will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.