Leica M11 Monochrome vs Sony A6400

Lets look more in depth at the Leica M11 Monochrome versus Sony A6400, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Leica and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the M11 Monochrome (60MP) and A6400 (24MP) and the M11 Monochrome (Full frame) and A6400 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The M11 Monochrome was introduced 4 years later than the A6400 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M11 Monochrome grades vs the A6400 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M11 Monochrome and Sony Alpha a6400. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery and Sony A6400 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica M11 Monochrome comes with outer dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) whilst the Sony A6400 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica M11 Monochrome versus Sony A6400 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the M11 Monochrome compared to the A6400.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M11 Monochrome and A6400 is 76 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M11 Monochrome and A6400.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M11 Monochrome with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M11 Monochrome will show more detail using its extra 36 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher M11 Monochrome provides an edge in sensor technology.