FujiFilm JZ500 vs Leica M9-P

On this page, we are comparing the FujiFilm JZ500 and Leica M9-P, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the JZ500 (14MP) and M9-P (18MP) and the JZ500 (1/2.3") and M9-P (Full frame) posses different sensor sizing.

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The JZ500 was released 12 months before the M9-P which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm JZ500 being a Compact camera and the Leica M9-P being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the JZ500 grades versus the M9-P with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Leica M9-P. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Leica M9-P Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm JZ500 features outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Leica M9-P has sizing of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm JZ500 and Leica M9-P in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the JZ500 compared to the M9-P.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JZ500 and M9-P is 93 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the JZ500 and M9-P.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The JZ500 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Leica M9-P will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The older JZ500 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.