Fujifilm X-A1 vs Leica M9-P

Let's look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Leica M9-P, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the M9-P (18MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and M9-P (Full frame) posses different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was revealed 2 years after the M9-P which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores versus the M9-P when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 and Leica M9-P. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Leica M9-P Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 offers outer dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Leica M9-P has sizing of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Leica M9-P in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 against the M9-P.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and M9-P is 87 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The pic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A1 and M9-P.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Leica M9-P will give you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.