Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M-Monochrom
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M-Monochrom Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.5" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
- Introduced September 2019
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 10000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Launched May 2012

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M-Monochrom Overview
Below is a complete overview of the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M-Monochrom, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and M-Monochrom (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and M-Monochrom (Full frame) use different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-A7 was launched 7 years later than the M-Monochrom and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-A7 scores vs the M-Monochrom in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M-Monochrom Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A7 and Leica M-Monochrom. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery and Leica M-Monochrom Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Leica M-Monochrom
Fujifilm X-A7 | M-Monochrom | |||
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Launched | September 2019 | ![]() | May 2012 | More recent by 90 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 2760k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+2530k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Fujifilm X-A7
M-Monochrom | Fujifilm X-A7 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Leica M-Monochrom
Fujifilm X-A7 | M-Monochrom | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M-Monochrom Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A7 provides outer dimensions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Leica M-Monochrom 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).
Examine the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M-Monochrom in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 vs the M-Monochrom.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A7 and M-Monochrom is 86 and 78 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M-Monochrom Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A7 and M-Monochrom.
To sum up, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A7 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Fujifilm X-A7 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A7 should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M-Monochrom Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M-Monochrom Specifications
Fujifilm X-A7 | Leica M-Monochrom | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model | Fujifilm X-A7 | Leica M-Monochrom |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2019-09-11 | 2012-05-10 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5212 x 3472 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 10000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Leica M |
Total lenses | 54 | 59 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 2,760 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 32 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 320 gr (0.71 lbs) | 600 gr (1.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 119 x 68 x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photos | 350 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $700 | $7,950 |