Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M-Monochrom

On this page, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-E1 and Leica M-Monochrom, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the M-Monochrom (18MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and M-Monochrom (Full frame) posses totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was brought out 10 months after the M-Monochrom and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E1 matches up against the M-Monochrom in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E1 & Leica M-Monochrom. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Leica M-Monochrom Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E1 enjoys outer dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Leica M-Monochrom has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-E1 and Leica M-Monochrom in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 and the M-Monochrom.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and M-Monochrom is 85 and 78 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E1 and M-Monochrom.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E1 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Leica M-Monochrom will deliver greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.