Leica M9-P vs Panasonic GH4

On this page, we are comparing the Leica M9-P versus Panasonic GH4, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M9-P (18MP) and the GH4 (16MP) is very similar but the M9-P (Full frame) and GH4 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The M9-P was launched 3 years before the GH4 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Leica M9-P being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the M9-P scores against the GH4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M9-P & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica M9-P Gallery & Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Leica M9-P enjoys outer dimensions 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 Panasonic GH4 has dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Analyze the Leica M9-P versus Panasonic GH4 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the M9-P versus the GH4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the M9-P and GH4 is 78 and 66 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M9-P and GH4.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M9-P featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Leica M9-P will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged M9-P is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.