Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Leica M-Monochrom

Below, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Leica M-Monochrom, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Leica. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and M-Monochrom (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and M-Monochrom (Full frame) possess different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was launched 3 years after the M-Monochrom which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 grades vs the M-Monochrom with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-Pro2 & Leica M-Monochrom. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery & Leica M-Monochrom Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 has got outer measurements of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Leica M-Monochrom has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Leica M-Monochrom in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and the M-Monochrom.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and M-Monochrom is 74 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The pic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and M-Monochrom.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-Pro2 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.