Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon P90
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Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon P90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 10000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 400g - 114 x 99 x 83mm
- Announced February 2009
- Previous Model is Nikon P80

Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon P90 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon P90, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and P90 (12MP) and the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and P90 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

The M-Monochrom was released 3 years after the P90 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica M-Monochrom being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the M-Monochrom grades against the P90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon P90 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M-Monochrom and Nikon Coolpix P90. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Nikon P90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M-Monochrom over the Nikon P90
M-Monochrom | P90 | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 40 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon P90 over the Leica M-Monochrom
P90 | M-Monochrom | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Leica M-Monochrom and Nikon P90
M-Monochrom | P90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon P90 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Leica M-Monochrom features physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon P90 has sizing of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") along with a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).
Analyze the Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon P90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the M-Monochrom against the P90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M-Monochrom and P90 is 78 and 70 respectively.

Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon P90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M-Monochrom and P90.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M-Monochrom featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Leica M-Monochrom will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent M-Monochrom will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

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Leica M-Monochrom vs Nikon P90 Specifications
Leica M-Monochrom | Nikon Coolpix P90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica M-Monochrom | Nikon Coolpix P90 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-05-10 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 10000 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 59 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD with a sapphire glass LCD cover | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 32 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 640x480 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600 grams (1.32 pounds) | 400 grams (0.88 pounds) |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 114 x 99 x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $7,950 | $700 |