Leica M9-P vs Sony NEX-F3

On this page, we are comparing the Leica M9-P and Sony NEX-F3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Sony. The sensor resolution of the M9-P (18MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is very comparable but the M9-P (Full frame) and NEX-F3 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The M9-P was launched 14 months earlier than the NEX-F3 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the M9-P scores vs the NEX-F3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M9-P and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M9-P Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica M9-P has got physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-F3 has sizing of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

See the Leica M9-P and Sony NEX-F3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the M9-P versus the NEX-F3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M9-P and NEX-F3 is 78 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The visual below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M9-P and NEX-F3.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M9-P due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica M9-P will show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older M9-P will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.