Fujifilm X-E1 vs Leica M9

Lets look more in depth at the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Leica M9, former being 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 M9 (18MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and M9 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was launched 3 years later than the M9 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades versus the M9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E1 & Leica M9. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Leica M9 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E1 offers exterior 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 M9 has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Leica M9 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 compared to the M9.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and M9 is 85 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The graphic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E1 and M9.

Plainly, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Leica M9 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.