Leica has just officially announced the new Leica M11 Monochrom camera and Leica Summilux-M 50mm F1.4 ASPH lens.
Leica M11 Monochrom
Leica is committed to black & white photography with the M11 Monochrom , featuring heightened resolution and Triple Resolution Technology, and updated connectivity, and a modified 60MP sensor.
Leica M11 Monochrom costs $9,195, first available for pre-order at B&H.
Detailed Specifications of Leica M11 Monochrom:
| Price | ||
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $8995 | |
| Body type | ||
| Body type | Large SLR | |
| Sensor | ||
| Max resolution | 9528 x 6328 | |
| Other resolutions | (M) 7413 x 4928, (S) 5272 x 3498 | |
| Image ratio w:h | 3:2 | |
| Effective pixels | 60 megapixels | |
| Sensor size | Full frame (36 x 24 mm) | |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | |
| Processor | Maestro III | |
| Image | ||
| ISO | Auto, 125-200000 | |
| White balance presets | 8 | |
| Custom white balance | Yes | |
| Image stabilization | No | |
| Uncompressed format | RAW | |
| Optics & Focus | ||
| Digital zoom | No | |
| Manual focus | Yes | |
| Lens mount | Leica M | |
| Focal length multiplier | 1× | |
| Screen / viewfinder | ||
| Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | |
| Screen size | 3″ | |
| Screen dots | 2,332,800 | |
| Touch screen | Yes | |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | |
| Live view | Yes | |
| Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.73× | |
| Photography features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 3600 sec | |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 sec | |
| Maximum shutter speed (electronic) | 1/16000 sec | |
| Aperture priority | Yes | |
| Shutter priority | No | |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes | |
| Subject / scene modes | No | |
| Built-in flash | No | |
| External flash | Yes (via hot shoe) | |
| Continuous drive | 4.5 fps | |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 12s) | |
| Metering modes |
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| Exposure compensation | ±3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | |
| Videography features | ||
| Microphone | None | |
| Speaker | None | |
| Storage | ||
| Storage types | UHS II type SD | |
| Storage included | 256GB | |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | |
| USB charging | Yes | |
| Microphone port | No | |
| Headphone port | No | |
| Wireless | Built-In | |
| Wireless notes | 802.11b/g/n | |
| Remote control | Yes (cable release) | |
| Physical | ||
| Environmentally sealed | Yes | |
| Battery | Battery Pack | |
| Battery description | BC-SCL7 lithium-ion battery & charger | |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 700 | |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz) | |
| Dimensions | 139 x 39 x 80 mm (5.47 x 1.54 x 3.15″) | |
| Other features | ||
| Orientation sensor | Yes | |
| GPS | Optional | |
Leica Summilux-M 50mm F1.4 ASPH Lens:
Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 ASPH. is a fresh versatile lens, featruing an improved minimum focusing distance of 1.5′, a new 11-blade diaphragm for smoother bokeh, and an updated lens body that matches the Summilux-M 35mm’s sleek and lightweight design along with a built-in, retractable lens hood.
Leica Summilux-M 50mm F1.4 ASPH lens costs $4,495, first available for pre-order at B&H.
| Principal specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lens type | Prime lens | |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF | |
| Focal length | 50 mm | |
| Lens mount | Leica M | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F1.4 | |
| Minimum aperture | F16 | |
| Aperture ring | Yes | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 11 | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 8 | |
| Groups | 5 | |
| Special elements / coatings | 1 aspherical element | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.45 m (17.72″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.15× | |
| Autofocus | No | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | Yes | |
| DoF scale | Yes | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 337 g (0.74 lb) | |
| Diameter | 59 mm (2.32″) | |
| Length | 59 mm (2.32″) | |
| Filter thread | 46 mm | |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Hood product code | Built-in | |


