Leica M EV1 camera updates: 45g lighter, customizable FN button (frame selection lever)
Here are three new updates on the upcoming Leica M EV1 camera:
- The new M EV1 will be 45g lighter compared to the M11
- The new FN button (frame selection lever) will have dual functionality for the electronic viewfinder: peaking on/off or zoom on/off (assignable in the menu, I assume)
- The M EV1 will use the same M11 BP-SCL7 battery (the M EV1 is based on the M11 electronics)
Previously reported M EV1 leaks/rumors:
- New Built-in EVF
- 0.5 inch & 5.76 MP
- 0.76x Magnification
- Focus aids
- Diopter compensation
- New FN-Button
- Frame selection lever with dual FN functionality for the viewfinder
- Puristic Design
- Clean front without a rangefinder window
- Diamond pattern leatherette
- Leica Content Credentials
- Ensure authenticity of digital images
- 60/36/18 Megapixel
- Full-frame BSI image sensor with triple resolution technology
- Maestro III Image Processor
- 64GB Internal memory
- Made in Germany
- Price
- It should be cheaper than the Leica M11
- Price in EU incl VAT: €7,950 (around $9,300)
- Price in Hong Kong: $75,000 HKD (around $9,600)
- With the new Trump tariffs, the price in the US could be over $10k
- Other
- Not sure if it will be available in silver
- The Leica M EV1 is rumored to be officially announced on October 23rd 2025 (±1 day)
- Shipping will start in November
- The camera is already in production:
During my last visit to Wetzlar, part of the production line was covered and not visible to visitors, with the sign “Here is an innovative product in the making. Let us surprise you!”
I’ve started a new poll on X: Are you going to buy the rumored Leica M EV1 camera with an EVF:
Join the new Leica M EV1 Facebook Group
Join the new Leica M12 Facebook Group
