Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Leica M9-P

In this article, we will be matching up the Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Leica M9-P, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Leica. The image resolution of the ELPH 150 IS (20MP) and the M9-P (18MP) is pretty comparable but the ELPH 150 IS (1/2.3") and M9-P (Full frame) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ELPH 150 IS was unveiled 2 years later than the M9-P and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 150 IS being a Ultracompact camera and the Leica M9-P being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the ELPH 150 IS scores against the M9-P in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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When you are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 150 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Leica M9-P has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 150 IS vs the M9-P.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 150 IS and M9-P is 95 and 78 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 150 IS and M9-P.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The ELPH 150 IS having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon ELPH 150 IS will produce extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 150 IS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.