Canon R3 vs Leica M9

Here, we are analyzing the Canon R3 versus Leica M9, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Leica. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the R3 (24MP) and M9 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The R3 was released 12 years later than the M9 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon R3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the R3 matches up against the M9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R3 and Leica M9. The complete galleries are provided at Canon R3 Gallery and Leica M9 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon R3 provides outer measurements of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") and a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) and the Leica M9 has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the R3 compared to the M9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R3 and M9 is 52 and 79 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the R3 and M9.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon R3 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer R3 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.