Leica M11-D Rangefinder Camera - Black
The roots of Leica can be traced back to the company's early years, and its approach to photography is still relevant to today's market.
While digital cameras have replaced film as the preferred choice for many photographers, the M11-D brings back the spirit of analog.
The M11 retains its digital technology, but this model makes a bold choice by removing the rear display.
The M11-D features a mechanical ISO dial for a more authentic analog experience.
The Iconic has a mechanical ISO dial instead of a screen.
Its non-obstructive design and dark Chrome-colored frame make it stand out from the rest.
Its internal storage capacity is 256 GB, and it has an engraved Lecia script on its top cover plate.
Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Leica M11-D Rangefinder Camera
The roots of Leica can be traced back to the company's early years, and its approach to photography is still relevant to today's market. While digital cameras have replaced film as the preferred choice for many photographers, the M11-D brings back the spirit of analog. The M11 retains its digital technology, but this model makes a bold choice by removing the rear display. The M11-D features a mechanical ISO dial for a more authentic analog experience. The Iconic has a mechanical ISO dial instead of a screen. Its non-obstructive design and dark Chrome-colored frame make it stand out from the rest. Its internal storage capacity is 256 GB, and it has an engraved Lecia script on its top cover plate.
Leica M11-D Rangefinder Camera Key Features:
60 MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS Sensor
ISO Dial Located on Back
Leica Content Credentials Technology
Iconic Design with No Logo and No Screen
Internal 256GB Memory and SD UHS-II Slot
WI-FI USB Type-C, Dedicated FOTOS App
ISO 64-50000 Up to 4.5-fps Shooting
Electronic Shutter Multi-Field Metering
Triple Resolution Technology
The 60MP M11-D's BSI (back-illuminated) full-frame sensor is equipped with an advanced imaging technology that features high-quality image resolution. It also comes with faster readout speeds and improved noise performance. High-quality images are ideal for applications that require detailed details, such as architectural and landscape subjects. The BSI design minimizes noise and improves color accuracy and clarity when operating in low-light environments.
Its physical design is made with an ultra-thin dual layer filter glass that's designed to absorb IR and UV light for enhanced clarity. Besides having the 60MP sensor and the dual BSI design, the M11D also comes with a Triple Resolution Technology that allows users to select the appropriate 60, 36, and 18MP outputs. This feature allows them to get rich 14-bit colors and complete the task of composing images with each resolution. Instead of cropping, the M11-D adopts a pixel binning technology that's capable of reducing the noise levels and dynamic range. Its maximum resolution of 36MP and lowest noise level are ideal for capturing images with high-quality.
Content AUTHENTIC Initiative's Technology
The M11D is equipped with the Content AUTHENTIC Initiative's technology. This ensures that the photos are authentic. Adobe, in collaboration with other companies such as The New York Times and Leica, has launched the CAI, which seeks to establish a standard for the attribution of digital content. The M11-D is equipped with a secure processing chip that ensures the authenticity of the images. This technology can be used to provide viewers with a more accurate and trustworthy view of the photos. It can also be used to add metadata to the images when used in compatible applications such as Photoshop. The goal of this project is to give photographers another way to maintain their credits.
Maestro III Image Processor
The M11-D's Triple Resolution Technology and faster processing capabilities are attributed to the Maestro III processor. It also enables a wider sensitivity range, allowing users to take advantage of the latest cameras' features. In addition, the range of ISO 64-50000 allows you to render more natural colors. The device can be used to shoot continuously at up to 4.5 frames per second and has a built-in fast file saving feature.
Imaging Updates
Although it's a photo-only camera, the M11-D is still capable of taking photos with a variety of features and improvements. One of these is an electronic shutter function, which allows you to shoot at speeds up to 1/16,000 sec. This is ideal for shooting with fast f/0.95 lenses. In addition, the camera has a mechanical shutter that can support flash sync and up to 1/4000 sec.
To simulate working with a wider lens, two steps can be used, which respectively crop the image at 1.3x and 1.8x. These are reversible crops, which can be used with DNG or JPG files if the shooter goes straight to the format. Besides the usual center-weighted and spot-based exposure metering, multi-field exposure can also be used. This eliminates the need for re-calibration after shooting.
Noise reduction can be enabled or disabled depending on the speed at which you want to save. M11-D adopts a traditional rangefinder design, which is based on the original M camera from 1954. It features a sleek and minimalist design, and it prioritizes shooting and intuitive handling. In addition, it doesn't have a rear LCD, which is typical of modern digital cameras.
Body Design & Handling
A bright and large 0.73x magnification optical viewfinder is included with the M11-D. It features a built-in LCD that's capable of displaying a variety of information. A frame selector can be used on the camera's front to change the image field depending on the focal length of the lens. There are various options for 35mm, 135mm, 28mm, and 75mm lens groups.
The M11-D retains many of the traits of its predecessors. Its body also undergoes substantial changes. The black model of the M11 has a scratch-resistant coating on its top plate. It's about 20% lighter than the M11 silver-chrome models, which have a brass top plate. Its weight is 1.2 lb with the battery included. The M11 series is the first camera to not feature a built-in base plate. Instead, it adopts a design that's similar to that of the SL and Q systems. The M11-D uses a new BP-SL7 battery. The M11-D's lithium-ion battery packs a 64% bigger capacity than its predecessor. It can provide up to 700 shots per charge. But, if you're only using the optical viewfinder, you can shoot around 1700 photos per charge.
Connectivety & More
The camera features a single memory card slot inside the battery compartment. The M11-D has a built-in 256GB memory card, which is more than enough to store all of your photos. Its internal memory can be used with an SD card to create a dual card slot for storage expansion. The USB-C port located on the base allows you to charge the battery and transfer files. It can be attached to an Apple iPhone using the FOTOS Cable. This allows you to easily share and manage your photos with the app known as FOTOS. Connectivity via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi allows you to use the camera with an iOS device, and the app FOTOS will do the rest. In addition, geotagging and the ability to apply ratings to photos are included.
Warranty
Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Brand | Leica |
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Free Shipping | Free Shipping Available |
Photography Product Series | Leica M |
Memory Card Type | SD |
Image Stabilization | No |
Pixels | Effective: 60.3 Megapixel (9528 x 6328) |
Camera Format | Rangefinder |
Maximum Resolution | Effective: 60.3 Megapixel (9528 x 6328) |
Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
Sensor Size | 35.8 x 23.9 mm |
Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
ISO Sensitivity | 64 to 50,000 |
Shutter Speed | Mechanical Shutter 1/4000 to 60 Minutes Up to 60 Minutes in Bulb Mode Electronic Shutter 1/16000 to 60 Seconds |
Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi, Spot |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual |
Exposure Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
Metering Range | 3 to 3 EV |
White Balance | 2000 to 11,500K Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Warm White), Manual, Shade, Tungsten |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 4.5 fps at 60 MP for up to 15 Frames (Raw) / 100 Frames (JPEG) |
Self-Timer | 2/12-Second Delay |
Internal Recording Modes | No |
External Recording Modes | No |
Recording Limit | No |
Focus Type | Manual Focus Only |
Focus Mode | Manual |
Viewfinder Type | Optical |
Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 0.73x |
Dedicated Flash System | TTL |
Maximum Sync Speed | 1/180 Second |
Flash Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
External Flash Connection | Shoe Mount |
Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) [2 TB Maximum] |
Connectivity/ Ports | 1x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data/Tether Input/Output (Shared with Power Input), |
Wireless | 2.4 / 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 4.2 |
GPS | No |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
Battery Requirements | 1x BP-SCL7 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.4 VDC, 1800 mAh (Approx. 700 Shots) |
Total System Weight | 1.2 lb / 539 g (With Battery) 1.0 lb / 457 g (Body Only) |
In The Box |
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- Leica M11-D Rangefinder Camera (Black)
- Leica Body Cap for Leica M Cameras
- Leica BP-SCL7 Lithium-Ion Battery (Black)
- USB-A to USB-C Cable
- Carrying Strap
- Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty