Leica
M11-D
Screenless digital M with 60MP full-frame sensor, mechanical ISO dial, and 256GB internal memory for distraction-free shooting.
$9,395
Released Sep 2024
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Released Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 2 months newer.
Wins
M11-D
Wins
Alpha 1 II
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 0)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 15 frames)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 4.5 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 4.5 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
M11-D
139 × 80 × 39 mm
539 g (1.19 lb / 19.01 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
M11-D is 17mm shorter and 44mm thinner than Alpha 1 II but it is also 3mm wider.
M11-D is 204 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm M11-D · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
M11-D
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
M11-D: mount data unavailable
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
M11-D
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139, 80, 38.5
ISO min (native)
64 vs 100 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
50,000 vs 32,000 — higher is better
Weight
539 g vs 743 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
700 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 50.1 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
AF points / zones
759 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
IBIS effectiveness
8.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 15 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 4.5 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 4.5 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
M11-D
Pros
- ✓No rear screen
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓256GB internal memory
- ✓Classic M experience
Cons
- –Manual focus only
- –No rear display
- –No video
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, M11-D or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for M11-D — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the M11-D and Alpha 1 II?
M11-D is 60.3 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the M11-D captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the M11-D and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
M11-D does not have IBIS, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the M11-D or the Alpha 1 II?
M11-D reaches 4.5 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the M11-D and Alpha 1 II?
M11-D weighs 539 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the M11-D is 204 g lighter.
Do the M11-D and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
M11-D: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the M11-D and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
M11-D: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 700 shots (CIPA) for the M11-D and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the M11-D the edge.
How much does each cost?
M11-D launched at $9,395 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Alpha 1 II is $2,896 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Leica and Sony press materials.