Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Leica M9

In this article, we are looking at the Fujifilm GFX 50S II versus Leica M9, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (51MP) and M9 (18MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (Medium format) and M9 (Full frame) feature different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S II was introduced 12 years later than the M9 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm GFX 50S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S II scores vs the M9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Leica M9. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50S II Gallery and Leica M9 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II comes with physical dimensions of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") having a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Leica M9 has sizing of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II versus the M9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and M9 is 55 and 79 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and M9.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II will show greater detail using its extra 33MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm GFX 50S II should have a benefit in sensor innovation.