Leica M11

60MP full-frame digital rangefinder, manual-focus stills camera favored for print work. Summarised automatically from public product information.

Creators cited with it: 6; From 10 reports.
Released: 2022; First cited here by Peter McKinnon, June 2024. Last reported 3 weeks ago.
Reviewers: Praised for battery life and image quality; Pushback on value. From 3 reviews. What they said

$9,741.63

Checked Sep 24, 2026. Verify at the retailer.

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“So this is now Jericho's M240 and this is my Leica M11.”
cammackeyOctober 2026Watch the video at 10:36
“The M11 has been one of my very favorite cameras ever since it came out. I've taken this camera all over the world. I've used it for an enormous amount of my personal work.”
The Art of PhotographyJune 2026Watch the video at 1:19

4 more creators cited with it, listed below.

What reviewers say

Based on 3 reviews (2 press, 1 video), newest August 2025

What press and YouTube reviews of the Leica M11 judged, by what buyers compare. Open any line for the quotes behind it.

Where it shines

Battery life
Image quality

Where reviewers push back

Value
Build & handling

Image qualityMostly positive: Leans positive.Sharp, high-dynamic-range images, but exposure and shadow-noise issues persist.3 reviews›
Praise (8)
- “the raw image quality is, at its best, sensational”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Andy Westlake · January 2022Read the review
- “Noise is well controlled at high ISOs.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Andy Westlake · January 2022Read the review
- “The good news is that the M11 rarely overexposes to the extent of clipping significant amounts of highlight detail, which would be irretrievable in raw processing.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Andy Westlake · January 2022Read the review
- “the M11 is such a giant leap forward in resolution compared to earlier models that it's almost a no-brainer”
  PressDigital Camera World, Rod · February 2022Read the review
- “The images captured by the M11 are rich, dense and very sharp.”
  PressDigital Camera World, Rod · February 2022Read the review
- “The M11 is capable of capturing a very high amount of dynamic range, regardless of the ISO sensitivity you shoot at.”
  PressDigital Camera World, Rod · February 2022Read the review
- “On the dynamic range front, this thing gets a giant check mark of approval.”
  VideoBenj Haisch · August 2025Watch at 2:29
- “it's definitely probably a stop or two better than the M10s to my recollection and that is definitely worth it to me.”
  VideoBenj Haisch · August 2025Watch at 6:57
Complaints (4)
- “blotchy shadow noise does appear at ISO 25,000 and beyond.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Andy Westlake · January 2022Read the review
- “personally I wouldn’t view the M11’s JPEGs as much more than rough proofs.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Andy Westlake · January 2022Read the review
- “I found that it frequently underexposed significantly, requiring as much as a stop of correction to the raw files.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Andy Westlake · January 2022Read the review
- “I wouldn't say that this is like a low light beast or anything”
  VideoBenj Haisch · August 2025Watch at 6:53
VideoNot covered by enough reviews
AutofocusNot covered by enough reviews
StabilisationNot covered by enough reviews
Battery lifeRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Battery life greatly improved, rarely needs recharging during shooting.2 reviews›
Praise (3)
- “I rarely took it down even to 50%, even after a couple of hundred shots.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Andy Westlake · January 2022Read the review
- “Much-improved battery life over M10”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Andy Westlake · January 2022Read the review
- “I have never run out of battery.”
  VideoBenj Haisch · August 2025Watch at 12:22
Build & handlingSplit: Reviewers are split.Superb build quality, but cold grip and awkward USB port.2 reviews›
Praise (3)
- “Engaging, intuitive traditional control dials”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Andy Westlake · January 2022Read the review
- “Impeccable build quality”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Andy Westlake · January 2022Read the review
- “the whole camera is a masterpiece of simplicity and control”
  PressDigital Camera World, Rod · February 2022Read the review
Complaints (3)
- “that hefty metal shell makes it a very cold camera to handle in winter”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Andy Westlake · January 2022Read the review
- “28mm framelines can be hard to see”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Andy Westlake · January 2022Read the review
- “Having the USB port on the base is a little annoying as you have to lie the camera on its back to use it – hardly elegant for a Leica!”
  PressDigital Camera World, Rod · February 2022Read the review
ValueMostly negative: Leans negative.Expensive camera; most reviewers question value, one felt worthwhile.3 reviews›
Praise (1)
- “I will absolutely say that for the price, the upgrade was worth it to me.”
  VideoBenj Haisch · August 2025Watch at 13:45
Complaints (3)
- “the high price and significant limitations of the rangefinder design will leave them wondering what all the fuss is about.”
  PressAmateur Photographer, Andy Westlake · January 2022Read the review
- “You wouldn't buy the Leica M11 for its value, obviously”
  PressDigital Camera World, Rod · February 2022Read the review
- “As ever with Leicas, price!”
  PressDigital Camera World, Rod · February 2022Read the review