Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sony NEX-3

Here is a extended overview of the Leica M11 Monochrome versus Sony NEX-3, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the M11 Monochrome (60MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) and the M11 Monochrome (Full frame) and NEX-3 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The M11 Monochrome was released 13 years later than the NEX-3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M11 Monochrome grades versus the NEX-3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M11 Monochrome & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica M11 Monochrome has outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3 has measurements of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the M11 Monochrome vs the NEX-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M11 Monochrome and NEX-3 is 76 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M11 Monochrome and NEX-3.

All in all, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M11 Monochrome due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica M11 Monochrome will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 46MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent M11 Monochrome will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.