Canon R6 vs Leica M9

Here is a in depth overview of the Canon R6 vs Leica M9, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the R6 (20MP) and the M9 (18MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The R6 was brought out 10 years later than the M9 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon R6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the R6 matches up vs the M9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R6 & Leica M9. The entire galleries are available at Canon R6 Gallery & Leica M9 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon R6 offers outside measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Leica M9 has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the R6 versus the M9.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the R6 and M9 is 61 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The graphic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the R6 and M9.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon R6 to give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer R6 will have an edge in sensor innovation.