Leica M9-P vs Sigma fp L
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Leica M9-P vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Launched June 2011
- Succeeded the Leica M9
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Released March 2021
- Succeeded the Sigma fp

Leica M9-P vs Sigma fp L Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Leica M9-P and Sigma fp L, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Sigma. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the M9-P (18MP) and fp L (61MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (Full frame).

The M9-P was released 10 years before the fp L which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the M9-P scores against the fp L when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica M9-P vs Sigma fp L Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M9-P and Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M9-P Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M9-P over the Sigma fp L
M9-P | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Leica M9-P
fp L | M9-P | |||
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Released | March 2021 | ![]() | June 2011 | Newer by 118 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+1870k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica M9-P and Sigma fp L
M9-P | fp L | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Leica M9-P vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M9-P has outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the Leica M9-P and Sigma fp L in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the M9-P compared to the fp L.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the M9-P and fp L is 78 and 83 respectively.

Leica M9-P vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M9-P and fp L.
Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sigma fp L to give greater detail as a result of its extra 43MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged M9-P is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Leica M9-P vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Leica M9-P vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Leica M9-P | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sigma |
Model type | Leica M9-P | Sigma fp L |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-06-21 | 2021-03-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 9520 x 6328 |
Highest native ISO | 2500 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 59 | 40 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3.2 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600g (1.32 pounds) | 427g (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 68 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 854 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 240 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $7,995 | $2,499 |