Leica M11 Camera A Legend Reinvented

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Leica M11 combines the unique experience of rangefinder photography with great flexibility and state-of-the-art camera technology. The Leica M11 rangefinder camera sits at the top of the DXOMARK list of full-frame cameras. Its 60-megapixel image sensor is among the best in the world.

Iconic Design​

The Leica M-Family is known for its premium look and feel. With a carefully optimized design and the use of high-quality aluminium for the top cover, the black Leica M11 is focused on efficiency and ergonomics, with noticeably less weight. Together with the new scratch-resistant matte paint finish, the black M11 is about 20% lighter than the silver-chrome version, which features a classic solid brass top cover.

The new M-Sensor​

Stay flexible and choose from 60, 36 or 18 Megapixel resolution for DNG and JPG: The exclusively developed Full Frame BSI CMOS Sensor with Triple Resolution Technology in the M11 is a masterpiece of imaging technology. With its new filter technology, the M11 produces brilliant images when combined with the legendary Leica M-lenses. And for the first time, multi-field light metering while shooting in rangefinder mode allows Leica M photographers to concentrate even more on their subject, and less on light metering.

Maestro III Processor​

The fluid and responsive operation of the M11 is in part thanks to the powerful Maestro III processor. Its advanced algorithm enables the M11 to produce images with three different resolutions always using the full sensor and delivering unprecedented digital image quality. This incredible processor allows you to shoot nearly endlessly even at 36 Megapixel DNG resolution.

Wide ISO- and Dynamic Range​

The M11 is impressive in every lighting environment. With its Dual Pixel Gain technology, the M11 offers a dynamic range of up to 15 stops at ISO 64. Every shot shows the finest tonal separations and very low noise with a natural and elegant look. The maximum sensitivity of ISO 50,000 enables you to take pictures even in extremely low light situations. There is also now more opportunities to shoot in very bright situations with fast lenses, with shutter speeds up to 1/16000s thanks to the new electronic shutter.

High-Resolution Touch Display​

Examine your images on the crystal clear 2.3 Million Pixe touch display, with 800 nits brightness and 100% sRGB color gamut. The new Status Screen grants direct access to all important functions and with an additional function button on the top plate, the Leica M11 provides more options to customize the camera to your personal needs.

Connectivity​

The Leica M11 is a certified Made for iPhone® and iPad® product. As such the Leica M11 offers a seamless direct cable connection to iPhones and iPads. Simply connect your M11 to your iPhone using the included Leica FOTOS cable for fast photo download and control of your camera with the Leica FOTOS app. For iPads with a USB-C connector, you can use the original USB-C cable of your device. Thanks to the Bluetooth® function, connecting the M11 wirelessly to your smartphone is easy. The FOTOS app provides over-the-air software updates, remote control and geotagging for your photos.

Dual Memory Concept​

Unique to the M11 is the deliberate omission of the traditional base plate, offering quick and easy access to the battery, the USB-C port and the SD card. In addition to the UHS-II SD card slot, the Leica M11 is equipped with an internal storage capacity of 64 GB, allowing photographers to save image files simultaneously onto two different storage locations.

Better stamina​

Shoot considerably longer on a single charge. The new 1800 mAh battery in the M11 stores 64% more power than its predecessors. In addition, the overall operation of the camera is more energy-efficient than in previous models. The USB-C port also allows you to charge the camera’s battery using most USB-C chargers.

Digital Zoom​

Get even closer to your subjects with the integrated Digital Zoom feature. Shoot in Live View in both JPG and DNG and choose between a 1.3x and 1.8x zoom-factor of your focal length. As always, the DNG file still contains all image data of the entire sensor area.

 

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Leica M-Lenses

The M-System stands for unique photography, creative freedom, and the decisive moment of capturing. M-Lenses play an essential role in this. Each M lens has its very own character, as do the many people who work on it and those who use it. The science of lens design, an intrinsic knowledge of the properties of different types of glass, and a deeply rooted passion for redefining the limits of what is physically possible flow into the DNA of every M-Lens.

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High-quality glasses
The first step in the life of every lens is making the right choice of glasses. The degree of purity as well as reflection, refraction, and transmission properties influence the image quality right from the start. Only the best optical glass is used in the manufacture of Leica lenses. For the current lens portfolio, Leica needs around 100 different glasses for the production of around 360 different lens elements. Many of these glasses were developed and patented in our own glass laboratory, founded in 1948.

Exceptional imaging performance
Building the perfect lens requires rewriting the laws of physics. Laws that also apply to Leica. Nevertheless, Leica engineers constantly strive to push the limits of what is technically possible. The result is almost flawless lenses without annoying vignetting but with high color saturation and precise color separation.

Timeless Perfection
Leica M-Lenses are developed for digital and film photography with the aim of meeting the highest quality standards. They are available in focal lengths from 16mm to 135mm and speeds of f/0.95. Their excellent sharpness, crisp contrasts, and neutral color rendition are just as reliable as their unique compatibility: every Leica M-Lens can be used on every Leica M-Camera – since 1954!