Leica M9-P vs Panasonic S1R

On this page, we are reviewing the Leica M9-P vs Panasonic S1R, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the M9-P (18MP) and S1R (47MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (Full frame).

Photography Glossary

The M9-P was launched 8 years prior to the S1R and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Leica M9-P being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the M9-P scores vs the S1R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M9-P & Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M9-P Gallery & Panasonic S1R Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica M9-P provides 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) and the Panasonic S1R has measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs).

Analyze the Leica M9-P vs Panasonic S1R in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the M9-P compared to the S1R.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M9-P and S1R is 78 and 54 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The visual here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M9-P and S1R.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic S1R to show more detail utilizing its extra 29 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older M9-P will be behind in sensor innovation.