Leica
M EV1
Digital Leica M with integrated 5.76M-dot EVF, 60MP full-frame sensor, and manual M-mount focusing.
$8,995
Released Oct 2025
M EV1 is 3.8 years newer.
Wins
M EV1
Wins
M11
13 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BM11 has higher EVF refresh rate (120 Hz vs 60 Hz)
- AM EV1 has lower Weight (495 g vs 530 g)
- AM EV1 has higher EVF magnification (0.76 × vs 0.73 ×)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
M EV1
139 × 80 × 39 mm
495 g (1.09 lb / 17.46 oz)
M11
139 × 80 × 39 mm
530 g (1.17 lb / 18.70 oz)
M EV1 and M11 share virtually identical body dimensions.
M EV1 is 35 g lighter than M11.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm M EV1 · 39mm M11
Sensor size, to scale
M EV1
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
M11
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
M EV1
Weight
495 g vs 530 g — lower is better
EVF magnification
0.76 × vs 0.73 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose
M11
EVF refresh rate
120 Hz vs 60 Hz — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 60.3 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 64
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 50,000
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 4.5 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 4.5 fps
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 15 frames
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
M EV1
Pros
- ✓Integrated EVF
- ✓60MP full-frame sensor
- ✓Leica M mount
- ✓64GB internal memory
Cons
- –Manual focus only
- –No video
- –Very expensive
M11
Pros
- ✓Rangefinder experience
- ✓60MP
- ✓Legendary brand
Cons
- –Manual focus only
- –Extremely expensive
- –No video focus
Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, M EV1 or M11?
M EV1 scores 5.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for M11 — 495g — ultralight for all-day carry.
What's the resolution difference between the M EV1 and M11?
Both cameras share the same 60.3 MP resolution.
Do the M EV1 and M11 have in-body image stabilization?
M EV1 does not have IBIS, while m11 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the M EV1 or the M11?
M EV1 reaches 4.5 fps electronic. M11 reaches 4.5 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the M EV1 and M11?
M EV1 weighs 495 g and M11 weighs 530 g, so the M EV1 is 35 g lighter.
Do the M EV1 and M11 record 4K video?
M EV1: 4K up to 60p. M11: 4K up to 60p.
Are the M EV1 and M11 weather sealed?
M EV1: No. M11: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 700 shots (CIPA) for the M EV1 and 700 shots for the M11, giving the M11 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Both launched at $8,995.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.