Leica M11 vs Sony A7R V
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Leica M11 vs Sony A7R V 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
- Launched January 2022
- Older Model is Leica M10
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 723g - 131 x 97 x 82mm
- Announced October 2022
- Superseded the Sony A7R IV
Leica M11 vs Sony A7R V Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Leica M11 and Sony A7R V, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the M11 (60MP) and the A7R V (61MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (Full frame).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe M11 was brought out 9 months earlier than the A7R V which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Leica M11 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R V being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the M11 scores versus the A7R V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica M11 vs Sony A7R V Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M11 and Sony Alpha A7R V. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M11 Gallery and Sony A7R V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M11 over the Sony A7R V
M11 | A7R V |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R V over the Leica M11
A7R V | M11 | |||
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Announced | October 2022 | January 2022 | Newer by 9 months | |
Display sizing | 3.20" | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2360k | 2333k | Clearer display (+27k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Leica M11 and Sony A7R V
M11 | A7R V | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated display | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Leica M11 vs Sony A7R V Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Leica M11 features outer measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R V has specifications of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).
Contrast the Leica M11 and Sony A7R V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the M11 and the A7R V.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M11 and A7R V is 76 and 60 respectively.
Leica M11 vs Sony A7R V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The image underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M11 and A7R V.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony A7R V to give greater detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged M11 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Leica M11 vs Sony A7R V Specifications
Leica M11 | Sony Alpha A7R V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sony |
Model type | Leica M11 | Sony Alpha A7R V |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2022-01-13 | 2022-10-26 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 60MP | 61MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 9528 x 6328 | 9504 x 6336 |
Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 32000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica M | Sony E |
Available lenses | 62 | 187 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.00" | 3.20" |
Resolution of screen | 2,333k dot | 2,360k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 9,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 3600 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.5fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 7680x4320 ( 25p, 23.98) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 7680x4320 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 640 gr (1.41 lbs) | 723 gr (1.59 lbs) |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 131 x 97 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 pictures | 600 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BC-SCL7 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12s) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | UHS II type SD | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Storage slots | 1 | 2 |
Price at release | $8,995 | $3,900 |