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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-Monochrom

Portability
85
Imaging
68
Features
78
Overall
72
Fujifilm X-E3 front
 
Leica M-Monochrom front
Portability
78
Imaging
65
Features
23
Overall
48

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-Monochrom Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
  • Launched September 2017
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
  • New Model is Fujifilm X-E4
Leica M-Monochrom
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 160 - 10000
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
  • Launched May 2012
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-Monochrom Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-E3 and Leica M-Monochrom, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and M-Monochrom (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and M-Monochrom (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was launched 5 years later than the M-Monochrom and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up versus the M-Monochrom with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Leica M-Monochrom

 Fujifilm X-E3 M-Monochrom 
LaunchedSeptember 2017May 2012More recent by 65 months
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1040k230kCrisper screen (+810k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Fujifilm X-E3

 M-Monochrom Fujifilm X-E3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Leica M-Monochrom

 Fujifilm X-E3 M-Monochrom 
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-Monochrom Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E3 features outside dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Leica M-Monochrom has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E3 and Leica M-Monochrom in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 vs the M-Monochrom.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-Monochrom size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E3 and M-Monochrom is 85 and 78 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-Monochrom top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-Monochrom Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E3 and M-Monochrom.

To sum up, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E3 due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Fujifilm X-E3 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-E3 will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-Monochrom sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-Monochrom Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-Monochrom Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Portrait photography details
Leica M-Monochrom Portrait photography details
80
manual focus
decent megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides face detection autofocus
delivers RAW formats
71
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (18MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
no liveview
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Street photography factors
Leica M-Monochrom Street photography factors
72
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
comes with focus via touch
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
65
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 as a Sports photography camera
Leica M-Monochrom as a Sports photography camera
75
silent shooting (1/32,000s)
decent megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
45
megapixel count decent (18MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
no liveview
max fps low (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
bad battery pack (350 per charge)
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-E3
Travel photography with Leica M-Monochrom
77
connects via bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
decent megapixels (24MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
54
megapixel count decent (18 megapixels)
no Time Lapse mode
bad battery pack (350 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Landscape photography details
Leica M-Monochrom Landscape photography details
79
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
delivers RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
58
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
megapixel count decent (18 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
screen is small (2.5 inch)
no liveview
does not have image stabilization
bad battery pack (350 shots)
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Vlogging highlights
Leica M-Monochrom Vlogging highlights
37
screen is touchscreen
provides face detection autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have external mic port
does not feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
9
can't shoot video
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Leica M-Monochrom Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E3 and Leica M-Monochrom
 Fujifilm X-E3Leica M-Monochrom
General Information
Make FujiFilm Leica
Model Fujifilm X-E3 Leica M-Monochrom
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2017-09-07 2012-05-10
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor III -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III 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 24MP 18MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 5212 x 3472
Maximum native ISO 12800 10000
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 160
RAW pictures
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 325 -
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Leica M
Available lenses 54 59
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 2.5"
Screen resolution 1,040 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Optical (rangefinder)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.68x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 32 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter speed 14.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180 secs 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) -
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic 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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337 grams (0.74 lbs) 600 grams (1.32 lbs)
Physical dimensions 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 shots 350 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC card
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $700 $7,950