Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Leica M9

Following is a complete review of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Leica M9, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and the M9 (18MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) and M9 (Full frame) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was launched 2 years after the M9 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 grades against the M9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-Pro1 & Leica M9. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery & Leica M9 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 features 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) and the Leica M9 has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Leica M9 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and the M9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and M9 is 80 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and M9.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Leica M9 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-Pro1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.