Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Leica M8

Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Leica M8, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and M8 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) and M8 (APS-H) boast different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was revealed 4 years later than the M8 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 grades against the M8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Leica M8. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery and Leica M8 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 enjoys outside measurements of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Leica M8 has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Leica M8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs the M8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and M8 is 80 and 79 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and M8.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 will resolve more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-Pro1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.