Canon 1D vs Leica M9
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Canon 1D vs Leica M9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 4MP - APS-H Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1585g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
- Launched December 2001
- New Model is Canon 1D MII
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 585g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Announced September 2009
- Refreshed by Leica M9-P
Canon 1D vs Leica M9 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Canon 1D and Leica M9, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Leica. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1D (4MP) and M9 (18MP) and the 1D (APS-H) and M9 (Full frame) possess different sensor sizes.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe 1D was introduced 8 years prior to the M9 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon 1D being a Large SLR camera and the Leica M9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the 1D grades vs the M9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon 1D vs Leica M9 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D and Leica M9. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 1D Gallery and Leica M9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D over the Leica M9
1D | M9 |
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Reasons to pick Leica M9 over the Canon 1D
M9 | 1D | |||
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Announced | September 2009 | December 2001 | More modern by 94 months | |
Display dimension | 2.5" | 2" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 120k | Clearer display (+110k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 1D and Leica M9
1D | M9 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon 1D vs Leica M9 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D features outside measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) and the Leica M9 has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 1D and Leica M9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the 1D compared to the M9.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the 1D and M9 is 50 and 79 respectively.
Canon 1D vs Leica M9 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D and M9.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1D with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Leica M9 will give greater detail using its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged 1D is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon 1D vs Leica M9 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D | Leica M9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon EOS-1D | Leica M9 |
Class | Pro DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2001-12-13 | 2009-09-09 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-H | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 28.7 x 19.1mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 548.2mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 4 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 2464 x 1648 | 5212 x 3472 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 2500 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF | Leica M |
Amount of lenses | 250 | 59 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.3 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 120k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | External | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/500s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1585g (3.49 pounds) | 585g (1.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 69 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 884 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $4,899 | $2,750 |