Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P
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62 Features
70 Overall
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![Canon EOS M10 front Canon EOS M10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-EOS-M10.jpg)
![Leica M9-P front Leica M9-P front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Leica_M9-P_1.jpg)
78 Imaging
64 Features
30 Overall
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Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 301g - 108 x 67 x 35mm
- Released October 2015
- Successor is Canon M100
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Revealed June 2011
- Earlier Model is Leica M9
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Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Canon M10 versus Leica M9-P, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the M10 (18MP) and the M9-P (18MP) is very close but the M10 (APS-C) and M9-P (Full frame) come with different sensor measurements.
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The M10 was manufactured 4 years later than the M9-P and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the M10 matches up vs the M9-P in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M10 and Leica M9-P. The entire galleries are provided at Canon M10 Gallery and Leica M9-P Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M10 over the Leica M9-P
M10 | M9-P | |||
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Revealed | October 2015 | ![]() | June 2011 | More recent by 53 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica M9-P over the Canon M10
M9-P | M10 |
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Common features in the Canon M10 and Leica M9-P
M10 | M9-P | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon M10 comes with outer dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Leica M9-P has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon M10 versus Leica M9-P in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the M10 and the M9-P.
![Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P size comparison Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M10-vs-Leica-M9-P-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M10 and M9-P is 88 and 78 respectively.
![Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P top view buttons comparison Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M10-vs-Leica-M9-P-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M10 and M9-P.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact MP but different sensor measurements. The M10 has the smaller sensor which should make achieving bokeh more challenging. The more recent M10 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P sensor size comparison Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-M10-vs-Leica-M9-P-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M10-vs-Leica-M9-P-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon M10 vs Leica M9-P Specifications
Canon EOS M10 | Leica M9-P | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Leica |
Model | Canon EOS M10 | Leica M9-P |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-10-12 | 2011-06-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 5212 x 3472 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 2500 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Leica M |
Total lenses | 23 | 59 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.6 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 301 grams (0.66 pounds) | 600 grams (1.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 67 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 65 | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.0 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | 753 | 854 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 255 images | 350 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $599 | $7,995 |