Canon R5 vs Leica M9

Its time to look closer at the Canon R5 vs Leica M9, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the R5 (45MP) and M9 (18MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The R5 was announced 10 years later than the M9 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon R5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the R5 matches up vs the M9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R5 and Leica M9. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R5 Gallery and Leica M9 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon R5 has got outer dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") having a weight of 738 grams (1.63 lbs) while the Leica M9 has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon R5 vs Leica M9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the R5 and the M9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R5 and M9 is 59 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the R5 and M9.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon R5 to produce greater detail with its extra 27MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher R5 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.