Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L
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![Leica M11 Monochrome front Leica M11 Monochrome front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-M11-Monochrome/Leica-M11-Monochrome-front.jpg)
![Sigma fp L front Sigma fp L front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sigma-fp-L/Sigma-fp-L-front.jpg)
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Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 60MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 50000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 640g - 139 x 80 x 39mm
- Announced April 2023
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Revealed March 2021
- Superseded the Sigma fp
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Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Leica M11 Monochrome and Sigma fp L, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the M11 Monochrome (60MP) and the fp L (61MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (Full frame).
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The M11 Monochrome was announced 2 years later than the fp L and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the M11 Monochrome grades against the fp L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M11 Monochrome & Sigma fp L. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M11 Monochrome over the Sigma fp L
M11 Monochrome | fp L | |||
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Revealed | April 2023 | ![]() | March 2021 | Fresher by 25 months |
Display resolution | 2333k | ![]() | 2100k | Crisper display (+233k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Leica M11 Monochrome
fp L | M11 Monochrome | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Leica M11 Monochrome and Sigma fp L
M11 Monochrome | fp L | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Leica M11 Monochrome comes with 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 Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the Leica M11 Monochrome and Sigma fp L in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the M11 Monochrome and the fp L.
![Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L size comparison Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M11-Monochrome-vs-Sigma-fp-L-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M11 Monochrome and fp L is 76 and 83 respectively.
![Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L top view buttons comparison Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M11-Monochrome-vs-Sigma-fp-L-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The visual underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M11 Monochrome and fp L.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Sigma fp L to produce greater detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent M11 Monochrome provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
![Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L sensor size comparison Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-M11-Monochrome-vs-Sigma-fp-L-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M11-Monochrome-vs-Sigma-fp-L-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Leica M11 Monochrome | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Sigma |
Model type | Leica M11 Monochrome | Sigma fp L |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2023-04-14 | 2021-03-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 60MP | 61MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 9528 x 6328 | 9520 x 6328 |
Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Leica L |
Total lenses | 62 | 40 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.00 inch | 3.2 inch |
Resolution of screen | 2,333 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 3600s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.5 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video file 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 (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 640 grams (1.41 lbs) | 427 grams (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 100 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 3376 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BC-SCL7 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12s) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | UHS II type SD | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $9,195 | $2,499 |