Fujifilm X-A3 vs Leica M9-P

Below, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X-A3 and Leica M9-P, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and M9-P (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and M9-P (Full frame) use different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was launched 5 years later than the M9-P and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores vs the M9-P when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A3 & Leica M9-P. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Leica M9-P Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A3 offers outer measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Leica M9-P has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A3 and Leica M9-P in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 compared to the M9-P.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A3 and M9-P is 86 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A3 and M9-P.

As you can see, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Fujifilm X-A3 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A3 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.