Leica M10 vs Leica M11
Leica M10 has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The M10 is the better pick for astrophotography; the M11 is better for beginners, travel, portraits, landscapes, wildlife, vlogging.
Choose the M10 for
- faster bursts (5fps vs 4.5fps)
- better low-light performance
- a lower price (from £3,769)
Choose the M11 for
- more resolution (60MP vs 24MP)
- a lighter body (530g vs 660g)
- a newer design (2022)
Specs side by side
| Spec | M10 | M11 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 24MP | Full frame, 60MP |
| Mount | Leica M | Leica M |
| Released | 2017 | 2022 |
| Burst | 5 fps | 4.5 fps |
| Readout | RF | RF |
| Max ISO | 50,000 | 50,000 |
| Stabilisation | Lens only | Lens only |
| Video | No video | No video |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Rangefinder | Electronic |
| Weight | 660 g | 530 g |
| Battery | Leica BP-SCL5 | Leica BP-SCL7 |
| Card slots | SD + internal memory | SD + internal memory |
| New price | No longer sold new | £8,300 |
| Used at MPB | £3,769–3,809 | £5,019–5,269 |
| Native lenses in our database | 8 (2 third-party) | 8 (2 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | M11 |
| Everyday & travel | M11 |
| Portraits | M11 |
| Landscape | M11 |
| Wildlife & animals | M11 |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | M10 |
| Vlogging & video | M11 |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
Both cameras use the Leica M mount, so lenses move between them. Batteries: Leica BP-SCL5 (about £150) vs Leica BP-SCL7 (about £160).
Frequently asked questions
Is the Leica M10 better than the Leica M11?
It depends on your priorities. The M10 offers faster bursts (5fps vs 4.5fps), better low-light performance, a lower price (from £3,769); the M11 offers more resolution (60MP vs 24MP), a lighter body (530g vs 660g), a newer design (2022).
Which is better for video, the M10 or the M11?
They are closely matched for video (No video vs No video); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the M10 or the M11?
The M10 costs No longer sold new new and from £3,769 used at MPB; the M11 costs £8,300 new and from £5,019 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Leica M10 lenses on the M11?
Yes. Both use the Leica M mount.