Leica M9-P vs Sony NEX-5N

In this article, we will be looking at the Leica M9-P and Sony NEX-5N, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Sony. The resolution of the M9-P (18MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is relatively close but the M9-P (Full frame) and NEX-5N (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The M9-P was manufactured 3 months before the NEX-5N so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the M9-P matches up vs the NEX-5N when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M9-P and Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M9-P Gallery and Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica M9-P features exterior dimensions 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 Sony NEX-5N has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Analyze the Leica M9-P and Sony NEX-5N in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the M9-P vs the NEX-5N.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M9-P and NEX-5N is 78 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M9-P and NEX-5N.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M9-P because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Leica M9-P will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively.