Canon R3 vs Leica M9-P

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon R3 versus Leica M9-P, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the R3 (24MP) and M9-P (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The R3 was announced 10 years later than the M9-P and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon R3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M9-P being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the R3 matches up against the M9-P in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R3 and Leica M9-P. The whole galleries are available at Canon R3 Gallery and Leica M9-P Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon R3 enjoys outer dimensions of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") and a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) while the Leica M9-P has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the R3 vs the M9-P.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R3 and M9-P is 52 and 78 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the R3 and M9-P.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon R3 to result in more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer R3 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.