Leica M9-P vs Nikon Z9

In this article, we will be evaluating the Leica M9-P and Nikon Z9, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Leica and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the M9-P (18MP) and Z9 (46MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The M9-P was announced 11 years earlier than the Z9 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Leica M9-P being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the M9-P grades versus the Z9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M9-P & Nikon Z9. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M9-P Gallery & Nikon Z9 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Leica M9-P comes with physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Nikon Z9 has specifications of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") having a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the M9-P and the Z9.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the M9-P and Z9 is 78 and 51 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M9-P and Z9.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon Z9 to show greater detail with its extra 28MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged M9-P will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.