Members Martin Vronsky Posted April 14, 2023 Members Share Posted April 14, 2023 Press release: New: Leica M11 Monochrom Focused on the Essence of Photography: Creating Pictures with Light and Shadow Wetzlar, 13th April 2023. Leica Camera AG has always gone its own way, and its courageous decisions were doubted more than once. Success, however, proved the long-established company right. Even in 2012, when it decided to be the only manufacturer worldwide to launch a camera with a dedicated black-and-white sensor: the Leica M Monochrom. Today, in the eleventh year of the Monochrom success story and with a treasure of experience from almost 70 years of Leica rangefinder cameras, Leica Camera AG introduces the fourth camera generation with black-and-white sensor: the new Leica M11 Monochrom. With its sensor completely geared to black-and-white photography, the Leica M11 Monochrom focuses like no other camera on the most basic of all photographic practices: the composition of pictures solely through light and shadow. With the monochrome multi-resolution full-format sensor exclusively developed for the new M generation, the M11 Monochrom provides extraordinary black-and-white images. Raw files in the DNG format or JPEGs with a resolution of either 60, 36 or 18 megapixels can be created. In combination with the enormous ISO range of 125 to 200,000, the camera grants an extreme creative freedom when taking pictures. As a result, you get images with an unprecedented rendition of even the finest details, an exceptionally natural-looking definition even in difficult light conditions and an extremely low noise even in the high ISO range. The 256 GB internal memory and the convenient connectivity to the Leica FOTOS app ensure an optimal mobile workflow. Via Bluetooth or the USB-C port, pictures can be quickly and easily transferred to the app and processed further from there. In addition, the camera can be directly controlled with the app and photos can be immediately assessed at the smartphone or tablet thanks to tethered preview. Moreover, the Leica M11 Monochrom is a certified Apple “Made for iPhone and iPad” accessory and thus offers unique options with the included Leica FOTOS cable. With an all-metal body and a top plate made of high-quality aluminium, with a sapphire glass display, solid leather covering as well as black, scratch-resistant paint finish, the M11 Monochrom presents itself in a timeless and unobtrusive M design. Details such as the deliberate omission of the Leica logo and the dark chrome-plated coating of the optical viewfinder underline the reduced, iconic design of the new addition to the legendary Leica M family. Thanks to the build quality typical of Leica, the new Leica M11 Monochrom combines all the requirements of a premium camera “Made in Germany”. The Leica M11 Monochrom will be available globally at all Leica Stores, the Leica Online Store and authorized dealers starting now. The recommended retail price will be €9,450.00 including VAT. Leica Camera AG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted April 14, 2023 Author Members Share Posted April 14, 2023 Specs: Price MSRP - $8995 Body type Body type - Large SLR Body material - Magnesium alloy / aluminum 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 Color filter array - Primary color filter Image ISO - Auto, 125-200000 White balance presets - 8 Custom white balance - Yes Image stabilization - No Uncompressed format - RAW File format: JPEG DNG (14-bit) 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 Exposure modes: Aperture priority Manual Built-in flash - No External flash - Yes (via hot shoe) Flash X sync speed - 1/180 sec Continuous drive - 4.5 fps Self-timer - Yes (2 or 12s) Metering modes: Multi Center-weighted Spot 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted April 14, 2023 Author Members Share Posted April 14, 2023 Quote Today Leica has announced the new M11 Monochrom. Based on the current M11, this is the 4th monochrome camera in the M series and their absolute best to date. The M11 Monochrom features a BSI Sensor with 3 native resolutions at 60, 36 and 18 megapixels in both raw and jpeg output. The camera comes in all black and features 256GB of internal storage. Also announced today is the new version of the 50mm f/1.4 Summilux-M which will have a smaller form factor, redesigned lens hood and close focusing up to 45cm with the rear screen or electronic viewfinder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted April 14, 2023 Author Members Share Posted April 14, 2023 Quote Leica M11 Monochrom blends the analog film experience with digital technology. Utilizing the M11's full-frame 60.3 MP BSI CMOS Sensor exclusively in black and white allows for impressive dynamic range, greater detail, and a more sensitive ISO range. What would you photograph with a specialty black & white camera? 0:00 Intro 0:40 Specs 5:21 Final Thoughts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted April 17, 2023 Author Members Share Posted April 17, 2023 Quote The Leica M11 Monochrom is a low-light monster with a ton of dynamic range. Here are my first impressions on the latest rangefinder from Wetzlar. 00:00 The Intro 00:37 The Design 01:43 Three Key Benefits 04:58 M11 Monochrom vs Colour Converted 07:03 What about white balance? 08:41 Metering for highlights 09:43 The Upgrades 11:51 https://churchxstreet.com 12:06 The Closing Thoughts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted May 15, 2023 Author Members Share Posted May 15, 2023 Quote In this video, we go over my first impressions of the new Leica M11 Monochrom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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