Leica M11 Monochrome vs Panasonic GF1

On this page, we will be contrasting the Leica M11 Monochrome vs Panasonic GF1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the M11 Monochrome (60MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the M11 Monochrome (Full frame) and GF1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor size.

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The M11 Monochrome was brought out 13 years after the GF1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the M11 Monochrome grades versus the GF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M11 Monochrome and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are available at Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica M11 Monochrome comes with outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Contrast the Leica M11 Monochrome vs Panasonic GF1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the M11 Monochrome compared to the GF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M11 Monochrome and GF1 is 76 and 85 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M11 Monochrome and GF1.

To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M11 Monochrome featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica M11 Monochrome will provide greater detail having its extra 48MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent M11 Monochrome should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.