Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sony A7R IV

On this page, we are looking at the Leica M11 Monochrome and Sony A7R IV, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Leica and Sony. The image resolution of the M11 Monochrome (60MP) and the A7R IV (61MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The M11 Monochrome was released 3 years after the A7R IV which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Leica M11 Monochrome being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the M11 Monochrome scores versus the A7R IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M11 Monochrome & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Leica M11 Monochrome offers outer 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 Sony A7R IV has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

Look at the Leica M11 Monochrome and Sony A7R IV in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the M11 Monochrome versus the A7R IV.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M11 Monochrome and A7R IV is 76 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M11 Monochrome and A7R IV.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony A7R IV to show extra detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent M11 Monochrome provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.