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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica M9-P

Portability
85
Imaging
59
Features
75
Overall
65
Fujifilm X-E2S front
 
Leica M9-P front
Portability
78
Imaging
64
Features
30
Overall
50

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica M9-P Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Revealed January 2016
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-E2
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-E3
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
  • Replaced the Leica M9
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica M9-P Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica M9-P, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the M9-P (18MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and M9-P (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was unveiled 4 years later than the M9-P and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores against the M9-P for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Leica M9-P

 Fujifilm X-E2S M9-P 
IntroducedJanuary 2016June 2011More recent by 56 months
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k230kClearer display (+810k dot)

Reasons to pick Leica M9-P over the Fujifilm X-E2S

 M9-P Fujifilm X-E2S 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Leica M9-P

 Fujifilm X-E2S M9-P 
Manual focus More precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica M9-P Physical Comparison

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2S comes with exterior measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Leica M9-P has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica M9-P in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs the M9-P.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica M9-P size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2S and M9-P is 85 and 78 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica M9-P top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica M9-P Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The photograph underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E2S and M9-P.

All in all, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2S having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Leica M9-P will produce more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E2S provides an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica M9-P sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica M9-P Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica M9-P Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Portrait photography info
Leica M9-P Portrait photography info
75
manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
70
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Street photography info
Leica M9-P Street photography info
66
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
64
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Sports photography camera
Leica M9-P as a Sports photography camera
69
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features tracking focus
sensor has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
44
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
doesn't have liveview
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low battery power (350 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Travel photography highlights
Leica M9-P Travel photography highlights
72
good MP (16MP)
flash built-in
display is not selfie friendly
54
decent sensor resolution (18 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse function
low battery power (350 shots)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S as a Landscape photography camera
Leica M9-P as a Landscape photography camera
75
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3")
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
delivers RAW formats
no image stabilization
60
focusing manually
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
decent sensor resolution (18 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
does not have anti aliasing filter
exports RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
doesn't have liveview
does not have image stabilization
low battery power (350 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2S Vlogging info
Leica M9-P Vlogging info
34
features face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
includes mic support
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
9
can't record video
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Leica M9-P Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2S and Leica M9-P
 Fujifilm X-E2SLeica M9-P
General Information
Make FujiFilm Leica
Model type Fujifilm X-E2S Leica M9-P
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2016-01-15 2011-06-21
Body design 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 measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 18 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest resolution 4896 x 3264 5212 x 3472
Highest native ISO 6400 2500
Highest boosted ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 80
RAW data
Lowest boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 77 -
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Leica M
Available lenses 54 59
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of screen 1,040k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Optical (rangefinder)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.68x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 7.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) -
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 350 grams (0.77 lb) 600 grams (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 rating not tested 68
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.5
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.6
DXO Low light rating not tested 854
Other
Battery life 350 pictures 350 pictures
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC card
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $599 $7,995