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Canon EOS R3 · Body only — full-frame · 2021
Canon

Canon EOS R3 · Body only

full-frame · 2021

93
/ 100
From $5,999
VS
Leica M11 wins by 1
Leica M11 — full-frame rangefinder · 2022
Leica

Leica M11

full-frame rangefinder · 2022

94
/ 100
From $8,995
Specdex verdict

Leica M11 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Canon EOS R3 · Body only lands at 93 and Leica M11 at 94. That puts Leica M11 ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Canon EOS R3 · Body only if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance

Pick Leica M11 if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Tie

Compared on the photo sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Video

Tie

Compared on the video sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Canon EOS R3 · Body only

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Canon EOS R3 · Body only more score per dollar ($5,999 vs $8,995).

Canon EOS R3 · Body only 93
vs
94 Leica M11

Score breakdown

Canon EOS R3 · Body only
93
photo 93
video 89
autofocus 91
ergonomics 86
Leica M11
94
photo 94
video 90
autofocus 92
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Canon EOS R3 · Body only versus Leica M11 — full spec comparison
Spec Canon EOS R3 · Body only Leica M11
Format
full-frame
full-frame rangefinder
Release year
2021
2022

Canon EOS R3 · Body only

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

Leica M11

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Canon EOS R3 · Body only vs Leica M11

Which is better, Canon EOS R3 · Body only or Leica M11? +

Leica M11 scores 94 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Canon EOS R3 · Body only worth the price? +

At $5,999, Canon EOS R3 · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in photo.

Is Leica M11 worth the price? +

At $8,995, Leica M11 delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in photo.

Does Canon EOS R3 · Body only or Leica M11 last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Canon EOS R3 · Body only or Leica M11? +

Canon EOS R3 · Body only — more score per dollar ($5,999 vs $8,995). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.