A legend reinvented.
Since 1954, Leica M-Cameras have been designed to meet genuine photographic needs. This has resulted in rangefinder cameras that deliberately do not offer everything that is technically possible, but are limited to what is photographically useful. True to this objective, the Leica M11 also strikes a perfect balance between long tradition and technical innovation. Its distinctive, iconic exterior design makes it one of the most compact full-frame camera systems in the world. However, the interior of the M11 has been reinvented completely, combining the unique experience of traditional rangefinder photography with the latest camera technology for maximum flexibility. And its exceptional compactness makes it the ideal equipment for travel and reportage photography.
The M11 stays true to its iconic design.
The Leica M11 continues the legacy of its predecessors with its distinctive design. The black edition with its aluminum top plate is even lighter in your hand ‒ a full 100 grams, in fact.
Flexibility and stunning details.
At the heart of the new Leica M11 is a full-frame BSI CMOS sensor with Triple Resolution Technology. Raw image files in DNG format and JPEGs can be recorded at 60, 36 or 18 megapixels, always using the full sensor area.
Power at your fingertips.
The Maestro III processor breezes through image data at incredible speed. Coupled with an almost unlimited buffer memory, capturing the decisive moment is now easier than ever.
Made for iPhone® and iPad®
All Leica M11 Cameras are certified Made for iPhone® and iPad® products. As such, they offer a convenient cable connection to iPhones and iPads.
„The Leica M11 rangefinder camera sits at the top of the DXOMARK list of full frame cameras. Its 60 megapixel image sensor is among the best in the world.“
Iconic Design
The Leica M-Family is known for its premium look and feel. With a carefully optimized design and the use of high-quality aluminium for the top cover, the black Leica M11 is focused on efficiency and ergonomics, with noticeably less weight. Together with the new scratch-resistant matte paint finish, the black M11 is about 20% lighter than the silver-chrome version, which features a classic solid brass top cover.
The M-Sensor
Stay flexible and choose from 60, 36 or 18 Megapixel resolution for DNG and JPG: The exclusively developed Full Frame BSI CMOS Sensor with Triple Resolution Technology in the M11 is a masterpiece of imaging technology. With its new filter technology, the M11 produces brilliant images when combined with the legendary Leica M-lenses. And for the first time, multi-field light metering while shooting in rangefinder mode allows Leica M photographers to concentrate even more on their subject, and less on light metering.
Maestro III Processor
The fluid and responsive operation of the M11 is in part thanks to the powerful Maestro III processor. Its advanced algorithm enables the M11 to produce images with three different resolutions always using the full sensor and delivering unprecedented digital image quality. This incredible processor allows you to shoot nearly endlessly even at 36 Megapixel DNG resolution.
Wide ISO- and Dynamic Range
The M11 is impressive in every lighting environment. With its Dual Pixel Gain technology, the M11 offers a dynamic range of up to 15 stops at ISO 64. Every shot shows the finest tonal separations and very low noise with a natural and elegant look. The maximum sensitivity of ISO 50,000 enables you to take pictures even in extremely low light situations. There is also now more opportunities to shoot in very bright situations with fast lenses, with shutter speeds up to 1/16000s thanks to the new electronic shutter.
High-Resolution Touch Display
Examine your images on the crystal clear 2.3 Million Pixe touch display, with 800 nits brightness and 100% sRGB color gamut. The new Status Screen grants direct access to all important functions and with an additional function button on the top plate, the Leica M11 provides more options to customize the camera to your personal needs.
Connectivity
The Leica M11 is a certified Made for iPhone® and iPad® product. As such the Leica M11 offers a seamless direct cable connection to iPhones and iPads. Thanks to the Bluetooth® function, connecting the M11 wirelessly to your smartphone is easy. The FOTOS app provides over-the-air software updates, remote control and geotagging for your photos.
Dual Memory Concept
Unique to the M11 is the deliberate omission of the traditional base plate, offering quick and easy access to the battery, the USB-C port and the SD card. In addition to the UHS-II SD card slot, the Leica M11 is equipped with an internal storage capacity of 64 GB, allowing photographers to save image files simultaneously onto two different storage locations.
Better stamina
Shoot considerably longer on a single charge. The new 1800 mAh battery in the M11 stores 64% more power than its predecessors. In addition, the overall operation of the camera is more energy-efficient than in previous models. The USB-C port also allows you to charge the camera’s battery using most USB-C chargers.
Digital Zoom
Get even closer to your subjects with the integrated Digital Zoom feature. Shoot in Live View in both JPG and DNG and choose between a 1.3x and 1.8x zoom-factor of your focal length. As always, the DNG file still contains all image data of the entire sensor area.
Over the last twelve years, Franziska Stünkel has been travelling with the Leica M for her photographic series COEXIST through Asia, Africa, Europe, America and Australia in search of natural reflections on shop window glass, which in their condensation tell of the coexistence of human life.
Over the last twelve years, Franziska Stünkel has been travelling with the Leica M for her photographic series COEXIST through Asia, Africa, Europe, America and Australia in search of natural reflections on shop window glass, which in their condensation tell of the coexistence of human life.
Joshua K. Jackson photographs the nightlife in London using the Leica M11 and APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH. His series showcases the exceptional image quality of the M11, even in the most challenging of low-light situations.
Joshua K. Jackson photographs the nightlife in London using the Leica M11 and APO-Summicron-M 50mm f/2 ASPH. His series showcases the exceptional image quality of the M11, even in the most challenging of low-light situations.
Sacha Goldberger recreates scenes by master director Alfred Hitchcock in a completely new way.
Sacha Goldberger recreates scenes by master director Alfred Hitchcock in a completely new way.
Leica M-Lenses
Leica has been making history for decades – with cameras that have always been ahead of their times. Throughout all these years, Leica has always kept a tight focus on sustainability. In the 1950s, Leica created a timeless and enduring standard – the Leica M-Bayonet: almost all M-Lenses produced ever since can be mounted and used on today’s Leica M11. Our optical instruments are timeless and faithful companions with enduring reliability and exceptionally long life.
