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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica M9-P

Portability
85
Imaging
58
Features
73
Overall
64
Fujifilm X-E2 front
 
Leica M9-P front
Portability
78
Imaging
64
Features
30
Overall
50

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica M9-P Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Released March 2014
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E1
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-E2S
Leica M9-P
(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
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica M9-P Overview

Lets look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Leica M9-P, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the M9-P (18MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and M9-P (Full frame) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was revealed 2 years after the M9-P which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-E2 matches up vs the M9-P in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Leica M9-P

 Fujifilm X-E2 M9-P 
IntroducedMarch 2014June 2011More modern by 33 months
Display sizing3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k230kCrisper display (+810k dot)

Reasons to pick Leica M9-P over the Fujifilm X-E2

 M9-P Fujifilm X-E2 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Leica M9-P

 Fujifilm X-E2 M9-P 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica M9-P Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E2 provides outer measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Leica M9-P has sizing of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-E2 versus Leica M9-P in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 and the M9-P.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica M9-P size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2 and M9-P is 85 and 78 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica M9-P top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica M9-P Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and M9-P.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E2 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Leica M9-P will result in greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-E2 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica M9-P sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica M9-P Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica M9-P Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Portrait photography features
Leica M9-P Portrait photography features
74
manual focus
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
70
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
exports RAW files
no liveview feature
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Street photography factors
Leica M9-P Street photography factors
66
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
64
sensor size is big (Full frame)
exports RAW files
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Sports photography factors
Leica M9-P Sports photography factors
69
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
sensor has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
44
decent sensor resolution (18 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
no liveview feature
max frames per second low (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low battery power (350 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Travel photography features
Leica M9-P Travel photography features
72
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
does not posses selfie friendly screen
54
decent sensor resolution (18 megapixels)
lack of Time Lapse function
low battery power (350 CIPA)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 as a Landscape photography camera
Leica M9-P as a Landscape photography camera
74
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3")
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no image stabilization
60
has manual focus
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
decent sensor resolution (18 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
no low pass filter
exports RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
no liveview feature
does not have image stabilization
low battery power (350 shots)
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Vlogging advice
Leica M9-P Vlogging advice
34
features face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes external microphone support
does not posses selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
9
no video
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Leica M9-P Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2 and Leica M9-P
 Fujifilm X-E2Leica M9-P
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Leica
Model Fujifilm X-E2 Leica M9-P
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2014-03-05 2011-06-21
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CCD
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 18 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Maximum resolution 4896 x 3264 5212 x 3472
Maximum native ISO 6400 2500
Lowest native ISO 200 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 49 -
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Leica M
Available lenses 54 59
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Optical (rangefinder)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.68x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate 7.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) -
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 350g (0.77 lb) 600g (1.32 lb)
Dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 350 photos 350 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model W126 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC card
Card slots One One
Launch cost $450 $7,995