Leica M11 Monochrom (2023)
A digital rangefinder camera built only for black-and-white photography, announced in April 2023.
Overview
The Leica M11 Monochrom is a digital rangefinder body from Leica. It was announced on April 13, 2023, and released in May 2023. It is the fifth digital monochrome M camera and a specialized version of the Leica M11, made for black-and-white work. The finish is all matte black. The sensor is a BSI CMOS tailored for monochrome capture, which continues Leica's 11-year focus on monochrome digital sensors.
Specifications
| Sensor | 60MP Full-Frame B&W BSI CMOS Sensor with Triple Resolution Technology |
| ISO sensitivity range | ISO 125 to 200,000 |
| Continuous drive | 4.5 FPS |
| Battery Type | Leica BP-SCL7 |
| Weight | Approx. 530–542 g with battery, 455–461 g without battery |
| Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 38 mm |
Design
The sensor is a backside-illuminated (BSI) CMOS designed for black-and-white photography only. The body has an all-matte black finish. It builds on the triple-resolution technology first introduced in the Leica M11, so you can select 60, 36, or 18 megapixels of output.
Context
The M11 Monochrom is the monochrome variant of the Leica M11. It is the fifth model in Leica's line of digital monochrome M cameras, a series that began over a decade ago.
Market
The camera had a listed MSRP of $9,195.00 and sold for up to $11,050.00 at retail in 2023. It is currently available on the secondhand market.
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