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Canon R6 vs Leica M9-P

Portability
61
Imaging
74
Features
90
Overall
80
Canon EOS R6 front
 
Leica M9-P front
Portability
78
Imaging
64
Features
30
Overall
50

Canon R6 vs Leica M9-P Key Specs

Canon R6
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon RF Mount
  • 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
  • Introduced July 2020
  • Replacement is Canon R6 II
Leica M9-P
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 2500
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
  • Launched June 2011
  • Old Model is Leica M9
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Canon R6 vs Leica M9-P Overview

Following is a thorough overview of the Canon R6 vs Leica M9-P, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the R6 (20MP) and the M9-P (18MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The R6 was launched 9 years after the M9-P which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon R6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M9-P being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the R6 matches up versus the M9-P with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Leica M9-P

 R6 M9-P 
LaunchedJuly 2020June 2011More modern by 111 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1620k230kCrisper screen (+1390k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Leica M9-P over the Canon R6

 M9-P R6 

Common features in the Canon R6 and Leica M9-P

 R6 M9-P 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing

Canon R6 vs Leica M9-P Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon R6 enjoys external dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Leica M9-P has specifications 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 account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the R6 vs the M9-P.

Canon R6 vs Leica M9-P size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R6 and M9-P is 61 and 78 respectively.

Canon R6 vs Leica M9-P top view buttons comparison

Canon R6 vs Leica M9-P Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the R6 and M9-P.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon R6 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer R6 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon R6 vs Leica M9-P sensor size comparison

Canon R6 vs Leica M9-P Screen and ViewFinder

Canon R6 vs Leica M9-P Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon R6 Portrait photography features
Leica M9-P Portrait photography features
84
focusing manually
good resolution (20MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
70
focusing manually
decent MP (18 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
no liveview
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Street Comparison

Canon R6 as a Street photography camera
Leica M9-P as a Street photography camera
78
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
comes with focus via touch
weather sealing
good high ISO (102,400)
64
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon R6 as a Sports photography camera
Leica M9-P as a Sports photography camera
81
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shooting (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good resolution (20MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
weather sealing
comes with phase detect autofocus
terrible battery life (360 per charge)
44
decent MP (18 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
no liveview
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low battery pack (350 per charge)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon R6 as a Travel photography camera
Leica M9-P as a Travel photography camera
67
weather sealing
connects via bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
good resolution (20MP)
selfie friendly display
missing Timelapse recording
terrible battery life (360 CIPA)
54
decent MP (18 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse mode
low battery pack (350 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon R6 Landscape photography information
Leica M9-P Landscape photography information
78
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Canon RF mount)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
no anti aliasing filter
good high ISO (102,400)
delivers RAW files
weather sealing
has dual storage slots
terrible battery life (360 CIPA)
missing Timelapse recording
60
focusing manually
change lenses (Leica M mount)
decent MP (18 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
supports RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
no liveview
lack of image stabilization
low battery pack (350 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon R6 Vlogging info
Leica M9-P Vlogging info
79
selfie friendly display
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have microphone jack
9
lack of video recording
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Canon R6 vs Leica M9-P Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon R6 and Leica M9-P
 Canon EOS R6Leica M9-P
General Information
Brand Name Canon Leica
Model type Canon EOS R6 Leica M9-P
Class Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2020-07-09 2011-06-21
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip Digic X -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor measurements 36 x 24mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 18 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 5472 x 3648 5212 x 3472
Maximum native ISO 102400 2500
Maximum enhanced ISO 204800 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Min enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 6072 -
Lens
Lens mount type Canon RF Leica M
Amount of lenses 17 59
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 2.5"
Screen resolution 1,620k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech - TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Optical (rangefinder)
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x 0.68x
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Max silent shutter speed 1/8000s -
Continuous shutter speed 12.0 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840x2160 (60p/​30p/​23.98p) |1920x1080 (120p/​60p/​50p/​30p/​25p/​24p/​23.98p) -
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 680g (1.50 pounds) 600g (1.32 pounds)
Physical dimensions 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 68
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.5
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.6
DXO Low light rating not tested 854
Other
Battery life 360 photographs 350 photographs
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LP-E6NH -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC card
Storage slots Two 1
Launch price $2,499 $7,995