Fujifilm X-H1 vs Leica M9

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-H1 and Leica M9, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Leica. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and M9 (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and M9 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-H1 was introduced 8 years after the M9 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-H1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-H1 scores vs the M9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-H1 and Leica M9. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-H1 Gallery and Leica M9 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-H1 features outer measurements of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Leica M9 has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-H1 and Leica M9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 and the M9.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-H1 and M9 is 61 and 79 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The image underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-H1 and M9.

Plainly, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-H1 using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Fujifilm X-H1 will deliver extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-H1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.