Leica M9-P vs Panasonic GF7

Below, we will be looking at the Leica M9-P vs Panasonic GF7, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M9-P (18MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the M9-P (Full frame) and GF7 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M9-P was launched 4 years prior to the GF7 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the M9-P scores versus the GF7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M9-P and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica M9-P Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica M9-P enjoys outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF7 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the M9-P vs the GF7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M9-P and GF7 is 78 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M9-P and GF7.

Clearly, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M9-P featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M9-P will give more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged M9-P is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.