Leica M11

The M11 is a mirrorless rangefinder released in 2022, built around a 60-megapixel full-frame sensor and Leica's M mount. It suits photographers who enjoy working deliberately with manual-focus lenses.

The body measures 139 x 39 x 80 mm and weighs 640 g, which keeps it compact and easy to carry for a full-frame system.

Framing happens through an optical rangefinder viewfinder, with a 3-inch touchscreen and live view when you prefer screen-based composition. It records stills only, so motion work needs another camera.

A 60-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor is the heart of this camera. That resolution leaves room for heavy cropping and large prints, while the full-frame format gives photographers control over depth of field through lens and aperture choice.

The Maestro III processor handles the sensor's output, and sensitivity reaches ISO 50000 for situations where the light fades.

Focusing is manual, with the optical rangefinder and live-view display offering two ways to judge it. The maximum burst rate of 4.5fps fits a deliberate way of working rather than high-volume action sequences.

There is no in-body stabilisation, so camera shake is managed through shutter speed, holding technique and firm support rather than by the body itself.

The M11 does not record video at all. There is no movie mode on this body, so questions about resolution, frame rates, crop or clip length simply do not arise.

Video-related resolutions, frame rates and codecs are not part of this stills-only body. Editing workflows therefore centre on photographs rather than clips from the camera.

For anyone who needs motion clips alongside photographs, that means carrying a second camera. The M11 is designed purely for stills, and its feature set reflects that priority.

The 3-inch TFT touchscreen has 2,332,800 dots and live view, providing a detailed rear display for composition and review. The screen is not fully articulating, so its movement is more limited than a flip-screen design.

Wi-Fi is built in, giving the camera a wireless connection option.

Weather sealing guards against dust and moisture in normal outdoor use, though it is not a waterproof guarantee. There is no built-in flash, so low-light fill comes from an external unit instead.

The optical rangefinder handles eye-level composition, while the rear display provides live view when you prefer screen-based framing.

One SD, SDHC or SDXC slot is compatible with UHS-II cards, but there is no second slot. With 60-megapixel frames, carry enough capacity for a whole shoot rather than counting on a spare card inside the camera.

The battery is rated at 700 shots. A charged spare remains useful for long shooting days.

The storage and battery score of 45 is modest, reflecting the single slot and mid-range endurance rating rather than any charging shortfall.

USB charging lets you top the battery up between sessions. A charged spare remains useful when continuous work leaves little time to stop.