Leica M11-D Is a Digital Camera Mimicking the Analogue Look

Leica M11-D Is a Digital Camera Mimicking the Analogue Look

As a seasoned photographer with over two decades of experience under my belt, I must admit, the Leica M11-D has piqued my interest like no other digital camera has in recent memory. Having grown up with the analog charm of film photography and transitioning to the digital era, I’ve always yearned for a device that could marry the best of both worlds.


Leica designed a digital camera, the Leica M11-D, that lacks a screen – an uncommon yet deliberate choice. The goal was to revisit the traditional style of their M-series line, while still providing the features of modern digital photography.

First introduced in 1954, the M-system is often referred to as “Messsucher” in German or “rangefinder” in English, but it has become synonymous with “Made in Germany.” The M11-D model features a large ISO dial instead of the usual digital screen.

This camera offers resolutions at 60, 36, or 18 megapixels and boasts a generous 256 GB of internal storage. Inside, the M-11D is equipped with modern yet streamlined digital camera hardware. Bluetooth functionality facilitates effortless photo transfers.

From a personal perspective, I find the camera’s design quite vintage, boasting a sleek matte black pebbled finish and a distinctly sharp rectangular silhouette.

The Leica M11-D is priced at $9,395 USD and is available online and in-store.

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2024-09-13 18:26