Fujifilm X-H1 vs Leica M9-P

Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-H1 and Leica M9-P, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and M9-P (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and M9-P (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-H1 was launched 6 years after the M9-P which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-H1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Leica M9-P being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-H1 scores vs the M9-P in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-H1 & Leica M9-P. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-H1 Gallery & Leica M9-P Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-H1 enjoys outer measurements of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) while 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).

Check the Fujifilm X-H1 and Leica M9-P in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 against the M9-P.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-H1 and M9-P is 61 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-H1 and M9-P.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-H1 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Fujifilm X-H1 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-H1 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.