Leica’s M11-V Camera Is Coming Soon

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It looks like Leica is about to shake up the M series in a pretty major way. According to leaked insider info, the first Leica M camera with a built-in electronic viewfinder (EVF) is set to arrive in October 2025. It’ll likely be called the M11-V (with the “V” standing for “Viewfinder”) though there’s still a chance Leica might simplify it to just “M-V.” The new model is expected to be based on the M11-P from 2023, but it ditches the classic ISO dial on the top plate to make room for the electronic viewfinder.

Hints of the new camera are already turning up, including in the beta version of Leica’s Photos app and in a recent camera registration in China under the model number M 4246. While this might sound like a major change for Leica, it’s worth noting that this EVF model isn’t replacing the optical rangefinder just yet. Leica is treating it as a modern addition to the M11 family, not a complete shift in philosophy. The traditional rangefinder experience is still very much alive, with a separate M12 model in the works, though that’s not expected until late 2026 (or even later).

With the M11 series now stable after a key firmware update, Leica is taking a slow-and-steady approach: adding to the lineup rather than wiping the slate clean. The base M11 model is being phased out, but the M11 line as a whole will stick around for a while. As for the EVF-equipped M, it might be the most unusual M camera yet, but also one of the most practical for photographers who want modern tech in a classic format.

You can see leaked photos of the new camera on Leicarumour’s website here