Leica M11 Monochrom
A subset of photography enthusiasts love Leica's Monochrom lineup, a series of cameras based on their core models but purposely limited by their monochrome black-and-white sensors. The latest entry in the line is the M11 Monochrom. Like the color model, it has a 60-megapixel BSI CMOS sensor with up to 15 stops of dynamic range and the ability to 36MP & 18MP stills via pixel-binning. However, it has a few notable upgrades over the standard model, with internal storage expanded from 64GB to 256GB, a scratch-resistant black finish, and a sapphire crystal cover for the rear LCD. Like other Monochrom models, it forgoes the iconic Red Dot for a stealthy appearance and has a monochromatic design on dials and buttons. Built by hand in Germany.
Width: 5.47" / Height: 3.15" / Depth: 1.52" / Weight: 19.1 oz.
Specifications
Sensor: 60.3-megapixel Monochrome Full-Frame BSI CMOS Sensor / Image Resolution: 60.3 MP 9528 x 6328 pixels (L-DNG), 36.5 MP 7416 x 4928 pixels (M-DNG), 18.4 MP 5272 x 3498 pixels (S-DNG), 60.1 MP 9504 x 6320 pixels (L-JPG), 36.2 MP 7392 x 4896 pixels (M-JPG), 18.2 MP 5248 x 3472 pixels (S-JPG) / Image Processor: Leica Maestro III / Viewfinder: Large, bright-line rangefinder with automatic parallax compensation, suitable for -0.5 dpt; optional corrective lenses available: -3 to +3 dpt / Viewfinder Magnification: x0.73 / ISO: 64-50,000 / Shutter Speeds: 60 min. to 1/4,000s (Mechanical), 60s to 1/16,000 (Electronic) / Color Depth: 14 Bit (DNG), 8 Bit (JPG) / Focus Mode: Manual (focus assist functions Magnification and Focus Peaking available) / Exposure Metering: TTL / Exposure Compensation: ±3 EV in 1/3 EV increments / White Balance: Automatic (Auto), Default (Daylight - 5200 K, Cloudy - 6100 K, Shadow - 6600 K, Tungsten - 2950 K, HMI - 5700 K, Fluorescent (warm) - 3650 K, Fluorescent (cool) - 5800 K, Flash - 6600 K), manual metering (Gray card), manual color temperature setting (Color Temperature, 2000 K to 11,500 K) / Flash Sync Time: 1/180s, slower shutter speeds available / Battery Life: Approx. 700 shots (in accordance with CIPA Standard) up to approx. 1700 shots (Leica adapted shooting cycle) LCD: 2.95" (Active Matrix TFT), sapphire crystal cover glass, 2,332,800 dots, format 3:2, touch control available / Wireless: Built-in Wi-Fi & Bluetooth LE / Materials: Full-metal housing made of magnesium and aluminum, leatherette cover
