Leica
M11
Rangefinder icon with 60MP and classic M-mount heritage.
$8,995
Launch priceReleased Jan 2022
Leica
Q2
47MP full-frame fixed-lens compact with Summilux 28mm f/1.7 and weather sealing.
$4,995
Launch priceReleased Mar 2019
M11 is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
M11
Wins
Q2
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ2 has higher AF points / zones (49 vs 0)
- BQ2 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BQ2 has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 15 frames)
- BQ2 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 4.5 fps)
- BQ2 has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 4.5 fps)
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
for scale
Q2
130 × 80 × 92 mm
718 g (1.58 lb / 25.33 oz)
M11 is 54mm thinner than Q2 but it is also 9mm wider.
M11 is 188 g lighter than Q2.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm M11 · 92mm Q2
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
Q2
130 × 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
Q2
130 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
M11
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Q2
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 139, 38.5
ISO min (native)
64 vs 100 — lower is better
Weight
530 g vs 718 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
700 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 47.3 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Q2
AF points / zones
49 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 15 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 4.5 fps — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 92
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 4.5 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
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
Q2
Pros
- ✓47MP full-frame
- ✓Summilux 28mm f/1.7
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓Iconic one-camera solution
Cons
- –Fixed 28mm lens
- –Expensive
- –Superseded by Q3
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, M11 or Q2?
Q2 scores 10.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for M11 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the M11 and Q2?
M11 is 60.3 MP and Q2 is 47.3 MP, so the M11 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the M11 and Q2 have in-body image stabilization?
M11 does not have IBIS, while Q2 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the M11 or the Q2?
M11 reaches 4.5 fps electronic. Q2 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the M11 and Q2?
M11 weighs 530 g and Q2 weighs 718 g, so the M11 is 188 g lighter.
Do the M11 and Q2 record 4K video?
M11: 4K up to 60p. Q2: 4K up to 60p.
Are the M11 and Q2 weather sealed?
M11: No. Q2: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 700 shots (CIPA) for the M11 and 520 shots for the Q2, giving the M11 the edge.
How much does each cost?
M11 launched at $8,995 and Q2 at $4,995. The Q2 is $4,000 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Leica press materials.