Leica M11-P Review
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Our editorial take on the Leica M11-P
The Leica M11-P is a premium rangefinder-style camera built around a 60-megapixel full-frame BSI CMOS sensor and the company's signature manual-focus M-mount. It distinguishes itself with Content Credentials baked in, 256 GB of internal storage, and triple-resolution technology that lets you choose between 60, 36, or 18-megapixel output on the fly. At 530 grams and with an optical 0.73x viewfinder, it retains the compact, tactile shooting experience Leica is known for. Reviewers note the improved responsiveness over earlier M-series models and praise the brighter viewfinder alongside the flexibility of the triple-resolution sensor. The lack of autofocus and a modest 4.5 fps burst rate keep this firmly in the deliberate-shooting camp. However, stability issues have surfaced, with at least one reviewer reporting freezes and unresponsiveness tied to SD card compatibility. At over nine thousand dollars, the M11-P appeals to photographers who value authentication features and the rangefinder workflow, but the reliability hiccups and sky-high price demand careful consideration.
- Triple resolution sensor offers flexible output at 60, 36, or 18 megapixels
- Improved operation flow and snappiness over earlier M-series models
- Brighter optical viewfinder enhances the shooting experience
- Compact, portable body at 530 grams with 256 GB internal storage
- Content Credentials for image authentication baked in
- Prone to freezing and unresponsiveness, especially with certain SD cards
- Manual focus only, no autofocus system
- Slow continuous shooting at 4.5 fps
- Very high price at over $9,000
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The Leica M11-P features the same excellent portability and unique shooting experience that is the hallmark of all Leica cameras.
The improved snappiness of the whole operation flow, much brighter viewfinder, and triple resolution sensor alone make the camera a worthwhile upgrade.
A few downsides. This camera is prone to freezing and becoming unresponsive. Now this can often happen due to the type of SD card you're using ...
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Specs
- Battery
- 1x BP-SCL7 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.4 VDC, 1800 mAh, Approx. 700 Shots
- Weight Grams
- 530 g (With Battery)
- Dimensions Mm
- 138.8 x 80.3 x 38.5 mm
- Build Material
- Magnesium Alloy
- Bit Depth
- 14-Bit
- Raw Video
- No
- Shutter Type
- Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter and Electronic Rolling Shutter
- Internal Storage
- 256 GB
- Image File Format
- DNG, JPEG
- Content Credentials
- Yes
- Triple Resolution Technology
- Yes (60MP, 36MP, 18MP output)
- Sensor Size
- Full-Frame (35.8 x 23.9 mm)
- Sensor Type
- BSI CMOS
- Image Processor
- Maestro III
- Effective Megapixels
- 60.3 Megapixel (9528 x 6328)
- Launch Price Usd
- 10400.00
- Iso Range Stills
- 64 to 50,000
- Continuous Shooting
- Up to 4.5 fps at Maximum Resolution for up to 15 Frames (Raw) / 100 Frames (JPEG)
- Shutter Speed Electronic
- 1/16000 to 60 Seconds
- Shutter Speed Mechanical
- 1/4000 to 60 Seconds
- Viewfinder
- Optical, 0.73x-magnification
- Rear Screen
- 3" 2.33M-dot Touchscreen LCD
- Touchscreen
- Yes
- Lens Mount
- Leica M
- Crop Factor
- 1x
- Usb
- 1x USB-C 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 (Data) Input/Output
- Hdmi
- No
- Audio Io
- No
- Wireless
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) / Bluetooth 4.2
- Card Slots
- Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
- Ibis
- No
- Af System
- Manual Focus Only
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- B&H Photonew● In stockBest price$10,400Buy
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