Fujifilm X-M1 vs Leica M9-P

Following is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Leica M9-P, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Leica. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the M9-P (18MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and M9-P (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was manufactured 2 years after the M9-P which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores vs the M9-P in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-M1 and Leica M9-P. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery and Leica M9-P Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-M1 features outer measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Leica M9-P has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Leica M9-P in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 and the M9-P.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and M9-P is 87 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-M1 and M9-P.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-M1 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Leica M9-P will resolve greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-M1 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.