Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M9-P
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M9-P Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.5" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
- Introduced September 2019
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Introduced June 2011
- Succeeded the Leica M9

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M9-P Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm X-A7 versus Leica M9-P, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and M9-P (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and M9-P (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-A7 was introduced 8 years after the M9-P which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-A7 scores against the M9-P when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M9-P Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A7 and Leica M9-P. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery and Leica M9-P Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Leica M9-P
Fujifilm X-A7 | M9-P | |||
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Introduced | September 2019 | ![]() | June 2011 | More modern by 101 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 2760k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+2530k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica M9-P over the Fujifilm X-A7
M9-P | Fujifilm X-A7 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Leica M9-P
Fujifilm X-A7 | M9-P | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M9-P Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A7 offers outer dimensions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Leica M9-P has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-A7 versus Leica M9-P in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 vs the M9-P.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A7 and M9-P is 86 and 78 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M9-P Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The picture here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A7 and M9-P.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A7 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Fujifilm X-A7 will resolve greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A7 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M9-P Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Leica M9-P Specifications
Fujifilm X-A7 | Leica M9-P | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Leica |
Model | Fujifilm X-A7 | Leica M9-P |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2019-09-11 | 2011-06-21 |
Physical type | 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 area | 369.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5212 x 3472 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 2500 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Leica M |
Number of lenses | 54 | 59 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 2,760 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 320 gr (0.71 pounds) | 600 gr (1.32 pounds) |
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 | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 854 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 pictures | 350 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $700 | $7,995 |