Leica M9-P vs Nikon D810

Here, we are contrasting the Leica M9-P vs Nikon D810, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Leica and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the M9-P (18MP) and D810 (36MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (Full frame).

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The M9-P was revealed 4 years prior to the D810 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica M9-P being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D810 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the M9-P scores versus the D810 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M9-P and Nikon D810. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M9-P Gallery and Nikon D810 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica M9-P provides outer measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Nikon D810 has proportions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs).

Check out the Leica M9-P vs Nikon D810 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the M9-P versus the D810.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M9-P and D810 is 78 and 54 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The visual here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M9-P and D810.

All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon D810 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older M9-P is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.