Leica M10 vs Leica M9-P
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Leica M10 vs Leica M9-P Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 50000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 660g - 139 x 80 x 39mm
- Introduced January 2017
- Updated by Leica M11
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Introduced June 2011
- Succeeded the Leica M9

Leica M10 vs Leica M9-P Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Leica M10 versus Leica M9-P, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both produced by Leica. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the M10 (24MP) and M9-P (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (Full frame).

The M10 was manufactured 5 years after the M9-P which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the M10 scores vs the M9-P in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Leica M10 vs Leica M9-P Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M10 and Leica M9-P. The entire galleries are available at Leica M10 Gallery and Leica M9-P Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M10 over the Leica M9-P
M10 | M9-P | |||
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Introduced | January 2017 | ![]() | June 2011 | More modern by 68 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+807k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica M9-P over the Leica M10
M9-P | M10 |
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Common features in the Leica M10 and Leica M9-P
M10 | M9-P | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Leica M10 vs Leica M9-P Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica M10 features exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Leica M9-P has dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).
Examine the Leica M10 versus Leica M9-P in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the M10 versus the M9-P.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M10 and M9-P is 75 and 78 respectively.

Leica M10 vs Leica M9-P Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M10 and M9-P.
All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Leica M10 to offer you more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger M10 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Leica M10 vs Leica M9-P Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Travel Comparison

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Leica M10 vs Leica M9-P Specifications
Leica M10 | Leica M9-P | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Leica |
Model | Leica M10 | Leica M9-P |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2017-01-18 | 2011-06-21 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Maestro II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 855.6mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5952 x 3992 | 5212 x 3472 |
Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 2500 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica M | Leica M |
Available lenses | 59 | 59 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 660 gr (1.46 pounds) | 600 gr (1.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 86 | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.4 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.3 | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | 2133 | 854 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | 350 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $7,595 | $7,995 |