Leica M10 vs Leica M9

Below is a extensive assessment of the Leica M10 vs Leica M9, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both sold by Leica. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the M10 (24MP) and M9 (18MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The M10 was unveiled 7 years later than the M9 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the M10 scores against the M9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M10 & Leica M9. The full galleries are provided at Leica M10 Gallery & Leica M9 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica M10 enjoys exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Leica M9 has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the M10 and the M9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M10 and M9 is 75 and 79 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The graphic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M10 and M9.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Leica M10 to give you more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer M10 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.