Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sony A7

Following is a in-depth overview of the Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sony A7, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the M11 Monochrome (60MP) and A7 (24MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The M11 Monochrome was unveiled 9 years after the A7 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica M11 Monochrome being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the M11 Monochrome grades against the A7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M11 Monochrome and Sony Alpha A7. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica M11 Monochrome offers exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) while the Sony A7 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sony A7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the M11 Monochrome against the A7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M11 Monochrome and A7 is 76 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M11 Monochrome and A7.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Leica M11 Monochrome to resolve extra detail having an extra 36 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher M11 Monochrome is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.