Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II
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![Leica M11 front Leica M11 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-M11/Leica-M11-front.jpg)
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76 Features
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Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 60MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 64 - 50000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 640g - 139 x 80 x 39mm
- Announced January 2022
- Older Model is Leica M10
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 625g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Revealed June 2015
- Succeeded the Sony A7R
- Successor is Sony A7R III
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Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Leica M11 versus Sony A7R II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Leica and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the M11 (60MP) and A7R II (42MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).
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The M11 was released 6 years after the A7R II which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica M11 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the M11 scores versus the A7R II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M11 & Sony Alpha A7R II. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M11 Gallery & Sony A7R II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M11 over the Sony A7R II
M11 | A7R II | |||
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Revealed | January 2022 | ![]() | June 2015 | Newer by 81 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 2333k | ![]() | 1229k | Clearer screen (+1104k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R II over the Leica M11
A7R II | M11 |
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Common features in the Leica M11 and Sony A7R II
M11 | A7R II | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica M11 features 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 II has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica M11 versus Sony A7R II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the M11 vs the A7R II.
![Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II size comparison Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M11-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-II-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M11 and A7R II is 76 and 68 respectively.
![Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II top view buttons comparison Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M11-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-II-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The image underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M11 and A7R II.
Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Leica M11 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent M11 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
![Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II sensor size comparison Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-M11-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-II-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-M11-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7R-II-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica M11 vs Sony A7R II Specifications
Leica M11 | Sony Alpha A7R II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica M11 | Sony Alpha A7R II |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2022-01-13 | 2015-06-10 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 60 megapixel | 42 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 9528 x 6328 | 7974 x 5316 |
Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 399 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica M | Sony E |
Available lenses | 62 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,333k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 3600 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.5 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 640 gr (1.41 lb) | 625 gr (1.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 98 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3434 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 pictures | 290 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BC-SCL7 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12s) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | UHS II type SD | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $8,995 | $2,913 |