The fourth generation of Leica’s black-and-white rangefinder, the Leica M11 Monochrom, is available today. It incorporates the 60MP BSI CMOS sensor with triple-resolution technology first seen on the M11. But the absence of the Bayer filter means a significant improvement in dynamic range and ISO sensitivity .
Leica Camera has paved the way for photography with over 100 years of history. It has proven successful with an unconventional and forward-thinking approach to technology. In 2012, with the launch of its first black-and-white sensor camera, the Leica M Monochrom was born. Leica became the only manufacturer in the world at the time to create a camera of this type.
Eleven years of mono
Today, in the eleventh year of the Monochrom success story, and with a wealth of experience from almost 70 years of Leica M rangefinder cameras, Leica Camera introduces the fourth camera generation with a black-and-white sensor: the new Leica M11 Monochrom.
Specifically developed for black-and-white photography, the Leica M11 Monochrom focuses on the most basic of all photographic practices: the composition of images solely through light and shadow.
With a monochrome multi-resolution full-format sensor exclusively developed for the new M generation, the M11 Monochrom provides extraordinary black-and-white images. Raw files can be created in DNG format or JPEGs with a resolution of either 60, 36 or 18 megapixels.
When paired with the enormous ISO range of 125 to 200,000, the camera allows ever higher creative freedom when taking pictures. Users can achieve images with an unprecedented rendition of even the finest details and an exceptionally natural-looking definition, even in difficult light conditions, with extremely low noise, even in the high ISO range.
Large 256 GB memory
The 256 GB internal memory and the convenient connectivity to the Leica FOTOS app ensure an optimal mobile workflow, which can be accessed via Bluetooth or the USB-C port. This allows images to be quickly and easily transferred to the app to be processed further. Additionally, the camera can be directly controlled with the app. Photos can be immediately assessed on a smartphone or tablet thanks to tethered preview. Furthermore, the Leica M11 Monochrom is a certified Apple “Made for iPhone and iPad” accessory, offering more flexibility with the dedicated Leica FOTOS cable.
The M11 Monochrom is contained in an all-metal body and a top plate made of high-quality aluminium. With a sapphire glass display and solid leather covering, as well as a black, scratch-resistant paint finish, it possesses a timeless and unobtrusive design. Details such as the deliberate omission of the Leica logo and the dark chrome-plated coating of the optical viewfinder underline a reduced and iconic design.
Thanks to the consistent build quality from Leica, the new Leica M11 Monochrom combines all the requirements of a premium camera with the “Made in Germany” seal.
The Leica M11 Monochrom will be available globally at all Leica Stores, the Leica Online Store and authorised dealers starting from 13 April at 2 pm BST. The recommended retail price is £8,300, including 20 per cent tax.
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