Leica
M11
Rangefinder icon with 60MP and classic M-mount heritage.
$8,995
Launch priceReleased Jan 2022
Leica
M11-D
Screenless digital M with 60MP full-frame sensor, mechanical ISO dial, and 256GB internal memory for distraction-free shooting.
$9,395
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
M11-D is 2.7 years newer.
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Wins
M11
Wins
M11-D
15 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AM11 has lower Weight (530 g vs 539 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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M11
139 × 80 × 39 mm
530 g (1.17 lb / 18.70 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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M11-D
139 × 80 × 39 mm
539 g (1.19 lb / 19.01 oz)
M11 and M11-D share virtually identical body dimensions.
M11 is 9 g lighter than M11-D.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm M11 · 39mm M11-D
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
M11
139 × 80 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
M11-D
139 × 80 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
M11
139 × 39 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
M11-D
139 × 39 mm
Sensor size, to scale
M11
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
M11-D
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
M11
Touchscreen
Only M11 supports it
Weight
530 g vs 539 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
M11-D
No major advantages on measured specs.
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.
M11
Pros
- ✓Rangefinder experience
- ✓60MP
- ✓Legendary brand
Cons
- –Manual focus only
- –Extremely expensive
- –No video focus
M11-D
Pros
- ✓No rear screen
- ✓60MP full-frame
- ✓256GB internal memory
- ✓Classic M experience
Cons
- –Manual focus only
- –No rear display
- –No video
Decided which one is right for you?
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Leica M11-D
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, M11 or M11-D?
M11 scores 5.5/10 versus 5.5/10 for M11-D — 60.3MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the M11 and M11-D?
Both cameras share the same 60.3 MP resolution.
How does stabilization compare between the M11 and M11-D?
M11 does not have IBIS, while M11-D does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the M11 or the M11-D?
M11 reaches 4.5 fps electronic. M11-D reaches 4.5 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the M11 and M11-D?
M11 weighs 530 g and M11-D weighs 539 g, so the M11 is 9 g lighter.
Do the M11 and M11-D record 4K video?
M11: 4K up to 60p. M11-D: 4K up to 60p.
Are the M11 and M11-D weather sealed?
M11: No. M11-D: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 700 shots (CIPA) for the M11 and 700 shots for the M11-D, giving the M11-D the edge.
How much does each cost?
M11 launched at $8,995 and M11-D at $9,395. The M11 is $400 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Leica press materials.