While the history of the Leica M Monochrom casts long shadows, the Leica M11 Monochrom brings details to light like no camera before. Its BSI CMOS sensor is a true declaration of love for black and white photography. Thanks to the Triple Resolution Technology with a resolution of up to 60 MP, double-layer absorption filter glass and the deliberate omission of color filters, it raises black-and-white image quality to an unprecedented level.
The M11 Monochrom reveals new dimensions in the interplay of light and shadow for incomparable images. Even in difficult lighting conditions, you can attain a breath-taking dynamic range and unprecedented level of fine detail. This is made possible by the extreme ISO range from 125 to 200,000 – so even with high sensitivity, you can take pictures with extremely low image noise.
Like all M cameras, the M11 Monochrom has a timeless aesthetic and extremely discreet design. Its minimalist design philosophy aims to attract as little attention as possible when shooting, for instance, the deliberate omission of the red Leica logo and the dark chrome coating of the optical viewfinder. This allows you to blend in inconspicuously into the action, enabling it to capture authentic images that are anything but inconspicuous.
The Leica M11 Monochrom fits perfectly in your hand. Not too heavy, yet not too light. The camera is manufactured with the highest quality standards, such as its all-metal body and top plate made of high-quality aluminium, the sapphire glass display and the solid leather finish. Attributes such as durability, robustness and reliability are not just words, but something you can really see and feel in the Leica M11 Monochrom.
High-quality materials, precisely manufactured by hand in the Leica factory, combine to create a camera that is second to none. A camera of legendary quality "Made in Germany“.
With 256 GB of internal memory and convenient connectivity to the Leica FOTOS app, the Leica M11 Monochrom offers an optimal mobile workflow. Images can be quickly transferred to the app and further processed via Bluetooth or USB-C connection. In addition, the camera can be controlled via the app and the photos assessed directly on your mobile device with a tethered preview. As a certified Apple "Made for iPhone® and iPad®" accessory, the Leica M11 Monochrom opens up unique possibilities in conjunction with the included Leica FOTOS cable.
A camera can only perform up to the limits of its lens. That's why, for over 150 years, we’ve been developing and manufacturing extraordinarily high-performance lenses that do justice to the M11 Monochrom and its high-resolution image sensor. As a result, the camera and each legendary M lens interact as one to produce images of unprecedented quality.
Features:
4th Generation of True Monochrome M Cameras
First Monochrome BSI CMOS Sensor in a Leica camera
Highest dynamic range in a Leica Monochrom camera to date with up to 15 stops
Triple Resolution Technology: Native at 60 MP with 36MP & 18MP options available for flexibility
Largest ISO range ever in a Leica M Monochrom camera: Native at 125 with a new max of 200,000 ISO
Massive internal memory of 256 GB: perfect for backing up larger memory cards in the field
Heightened durability: scratch resistant black finish and sapphire cover glass on the back display
Fast connection to images and charging via the USB-C port
Iconic & unobtrusive design: No Leica red dot and monochromatic design on dials and buttons
Handmade in Germany
In The Box: 1 x
Leica M11 Monochrome Rangefinder Camera 1 x Camera bayonet cover 1 x Lithium-ion rechargeable battery Leica BP-SCL7 1 x Charger Leica BC-SCL7, incl. power adapter and USB cable – “Leica FOTOS Cable” 1 x Carry strap 1 x CE flyer 1 x Drawstring pouch for battery, charger and cables 1 x Quick Start Guide 1 x Test certificate 1 x Registration card
DNG™ L-DNG 60,4 MP 9536 x 6336 Pixel | M-DNG 36,6 MP 7424 x 4936 Pixel | S-DNG 18,5 MP 5280 x 3506 Pixel JPG L-JPG 60,1 MP 9504 x 6320 Pixel | M-JPG 36,2 MP 7392 x 4896 Pixel | S-JPG 18,2 MP 5248 x 3472 PixelThe entire sensor surface will always be used irrespective of format and resolution. Digital Zoom 1.3x and 1.8x available (always based on L-DNG or L-JPG)
Large, bright-line rangefinder with automatic parallax compensation, suitable for -0.5 dpt, optional corrective lenses available: -3 to +3 dpt
Display
Four-digit digital display with items show on the top and bottom, Image field limiter: two lit frames: 35 mm + 135 mm, 28 mm + 90 mm, 50 mm + 75 mm (automatic switchover when lens is attached)
Parallax compensation
The horizontal and vertical difference between viewfinder and lens is compensated automatically in line with the relevant focus setting. Congruence of viewfinder and actual image. The size of the bright-line frame matches the distance: - at 2 m: the exact sensor size of approx. 23.9 x 35.8 mm - at infinity: (depending on focal length) approx. 7.3% (28 mm) to 18% (135 mm) - less than 2 m: less than sensor size
Viewfinder magnification
0.73x (all lenses)
Large-base rangefinder
Split or superimposed image rangefinder shown as a bright field at the center of the viewfinder image
LCD panel
2.95” (Active Matrix TFT), sapphire glass, 2 332 800 dots, format 3:2, Touch control available
Shutter:
Shutter type
Electronically controlled focal plane shutter and electronic shutter function
Shutter speeds
Mech. shutter: 60 min to 1⁄4000 s Electro. shutter function: 60 s to 1⁄16000 s Flash Synch: up to 1⁄180 s Optional noise reduction via additional “black picture” (can be disabled)
Shutter button
Two-stage (Step 1: activation of the camera electronics including exposure metering and exposure lock, Step 2: release)
Self-timer
Delay time: 2 s or 12 s
Drive Mode
Single Continuous - Low Speed (3 fps) Continuous - High Speed (4.5 fps) Interval shooting Exposure Bracketing
Focusing:
Focus range
Rangefinder: 70 cm to ∞ Live View: depending on the attached lens
Focus mode
Manual (focus assist functions Magnification and Focus Peaking available)
Exposure:
Exposure metering
TTL (exposure metering through the lens), with working aperture
Metering principle
Exposure metering is done by the image sensor for all exposure metering methods (in Live View mode and in rangefinder mode)
Aperture priority mode (A): automatic shutter speed control with manual aperture preselection Manual (M): manual setting for shutter speed and aperture
Exposure compensation
±3 EV in 1⁄3 EV increments
Automatic bracketing
3 or 5 frames, graduations between shoots up to 3 EV, in 1⁄3 EV increments, additional optional exposure compensation: up to ±3 EV
ISO sensitivity range
Auto ISO: ISO 125 (native) to ISO 200 000, also available in flash mode Manual: ISO 125 to ISO 200 000
Flash:
Flash unit connector
Via the accessory shoe
Metering principle
Flash exposure metering is done by the image sensor for all exposure metering methods (in Live View mode and in rangefinder mode)
Flash sync time
1⁄180 s, slower shutter speeds available, automatic switchover to TTL linear flash mode with HSS-compatible Leica system flash units if sync time is undercut
Flash exposure metering
Using center-weighted TTL pre-flash metering with Leica flash units (SF 26, SF 40, SF 58, SF 60, SF 64) or with systemcompatible flash units, remote controlled flash SF C1
Flash exposure compensation
SF 40: ±2 EV in 1⁄2 EV increments SF 60: ±2 EV in 1⁄3 EV increments Other: ±3 EV in 1⁄3 EV increments
Displays in flash mode (in the viewfinder only)
Flash icon: connection of an external flash unit
Equipment:
WLAN
The Leica FOTOS app is required to use the WLAN function. The Leica app is available from the Apple App Store™ or the Google Play Store™. 2.4 GHz/5 GHz* dual band IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wave2 WLAN (standard WLAN protocol), encryption method: WLAN-kompatible WPA™/WPA2™, access method: infrastructure mode
Bluetooth
Bluetooth v4.2 BR/EDR/LE, BR/DR-channel 1-79, LE-channel 0-39 (2402–2480 MHz)
GPS
Geotagging via Leica FOTOS app using Bluetooth
Menu languages
English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Portuguese, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean
Power supply:
Rechargeable battery (Leica BP-SCL7)
Li-Ion (Lithium-Polymer) rechargeable battery, rated voltage: 7.4 V / capacity: 1800 mAh, Charging voltage/current: DC 1000 mAh, 7.4 V, operating conditions: +10°C to +35°C (charging) / +0°C to +40°C (discharged), manufacturer: Fuji Electronics (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. made in China Approx. 700 shots (in accordance with CIPA Standard in rangefinder mode), up to approx. 1700 shots (Leica adapted shooting cycle)
Charger (Leica BC-SCL7)
Input: USB-C DC 5 V, 2 A, output: DC 8.4 V, 1 A, operating conditions: +10°C to +35°C, manufacturer: Dee Van Enterprises Co., Ltd., made in China
Switching adapter (Leica ACA-SCL7)
Input: AC 110 V - 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz, 0.3 A, output: DC 5 V, 2 A, operating conditions: +10°C to +35°C, manufacturer: Dee Van Enterprises Co., Ltd., made in China
USB power supply
When in standby mode or Off: USB charging function When On: USB power supply and intermittent charging
Battery Info:
Battery Info
Required, included
Battery Material
Lithium ion
Battery Type
Non-universal
Battery Quantity
1
Physical:
Color
Black
Dimensions
5.79 x 3.16 x 1.51" (147.2 x 80.3 x 38.45mm)
Weight
With Battery: 19.11 oz (542g) (Approx.) Without Battery: 16.26 oz (461g) (Approx.)