Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M8

Below, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-E1 and Leica M8, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and M8 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and M8 (APS-H) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was revealed 5 years after the M8 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-E1 scores versus the M8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E1 and Leica M8. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Leica M8 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 features external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Leica M8 has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-E1 and Leica M8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 and the M8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and M8 is 85 and 79 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E1 and M8.

As you can see, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E1 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Fujifilm X-E1 will show extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.