Leica
M11
Rangefinder icon with 60MP and classic M-mount heritage.
$8,995
Launch priceReleased Jan 2022
Leica
Q2 Monochrom
Monochrome-only Q2 with 47MP sensor and fixed Summilux 28mm f/1.7 for black-and-white purists.
$5,995
Launch priceReleased Nov 2020
M11 is 1.2 years newer.
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Wins
M11
Wins
Q2 Monochrom
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BQ2 Monochrom has higher AF points / zones (49 vs 0)
- BQ2 Monochrom has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- BQ2 Monochrom has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 15 frames)
- BQ2 Monochrom has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 4.5 fps)
- BQ2 Monochrom has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
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)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Q2 Monochrom
130 × 80 × 92 mm
718 g (1.58 lb / 25.33 oz)
M11 is 54mm thinner than Q2 Monochrom but it is also 9mm wider.
M11 is 188 g lighter than Q2 Monochrom.
Depth (front-to-back): 39mm M11 · 92mm Q2 Monochrom
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
M11
139 × 80 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Q2 Monochrom
130 × 80 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
M11
139 × 39 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Q2 Monochrom
130 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
M11
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Q2 Monochrom
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 max (native)
50,000 vs 25,600 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
64 vs 100 — lower is better
Weight
530 g vs 718 g — lower is better
Resolution
60.3 MP vs 47.3 MP — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
700 shots vs 640 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Q2 Monochrom
AF points / zones
49 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 15 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 4.5 fps — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130, 92
Eye AF
Only Q2 Monochrom supports it
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 Monochrom
Pros
- ✓47MP monochrome
- ✓Summilux 28mm f/1.7
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓Unique B&W compact
Cons
- –Monochrome only
- –Fixed lens
- –Very niche
Decided which one is right for you?
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Leica Q2 Monochrom
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, M11 or Q2 Monochrom?
Q2 Monochrom scores 9.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for M11 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the M11 and Q2 Monochrom?
M11 is 60.3 MP and Q2 Monochrom is 47.3 MP, so the M11 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the M11 and Q2 Monochrom have in-body image stabilization?
M11 does not have IBIS, while Q2 Monochrom has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the M11 or the Q2 Monochrom?
M11 reaches 4.5 fps electronic. Q2 Monochrom reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the M11 and Q2 Monochrom?
M11 weighs 530 g and Q2 Monochrom weighs 718 g, so the M11 is 188 g lighter.
Do the M11 and Q2 Monochrom record 4K video?
M11: 4K up to 60p. Q2 Monochrom: 4K up to 60p.
Are the M11 and Q2 Monochrom weather sealed?
M11: No. Q2 Monochrom: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 700 shots (CIPA) for the M11 and 640 shots for the Q2 Monochrom, giving the M11 the edge.
How much does each cost?
M11 launched at $8,995 and Q2 Monochrom at $5,995. The Q2 Monochrom is $3,000 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.