• 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 60.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 50,000
  • APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 20.9 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Leica M11 advantages over Nikon Z 30

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Thinner
    38 mm vs 59 mm
    Thinner
  • More dots on screen
    2333k vs 1037k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    60.3 vs 20.9 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Nikon Z 30 advantages over Leica M11

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs No
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Lighter weight
    390g vs 640g
    Lighter weight
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    11.0 fps vs 4.5 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 50000 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-T30

Leica M11
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • More dots on screen
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Leica M11 vs Fujifilm X-T30

Nikon Z 30
Fujifilm X-T30
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon Z 30 vs Fujifilm X-T30

Compared to Fujifilm X-T200

Leica M11
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Thinner
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Leica M11 vs Fujifilm X-T200

Nikon Z 30
Fujifilm X-T200
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Newer
  • $799
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon Z 30 vs Fujifilm X-T200

Compared to Canon EOS M50 II

Leica M11
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Thinner
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Leica M11 vs Canon EOS M50 II

Nikon Z 30
Canon EOS M50 II
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Newer
  • $549
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nikon Z 30 vs Canon EOS M50 II

Compared to Nikon Z fc

Leica M11
Nikon Z fc
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • More dots on screen
  • $924
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Leica M11 vs Nikon Z fc

Nikon Z 30
Nikon Z fc
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $924
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Thinner

Compare Nikon Z 30 vs Nikon Z fc

Compared to Fujifilm X-T30 II

Leica M11
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $8995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • More dots on screen
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive

Compare Leica M11 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II

Nikon Z 30
Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Longer video battery life
  • $900
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon Z 30 vs Fujifilm X-T30 II

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