Leica M9-P vs Pentax Q

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Leica M9-P vs Pentax Q, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the M9-P (18MP) and Q (12MP) and the M9-P (Full frame) and Q (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The M9-P was introduced very close to the Q so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the M9-P matches up versus the Q with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M9-P and Pentax Q. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M9-P Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica M9-P has outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the M9-P versus the Q.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M9-P and Q is 78 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M9-P and Q.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M9-P with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Leica M9-P will deliver extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.