Leica M9-P vs Sony a1
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Leica M9-P vs Sony a1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Revealed June 2011
- Superseded the Leica M9
(Full Review)
- 50MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
- Introduced January 2021
Leica M9-P vs Sony a1 Overview
The following is a detailed comparison of the Leica M9-P and Sony a1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the M9-P (18MP) and a1 (50MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe M9-P was released 10 years earlier than the a1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Leica M9-P being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the M9-P scores against the a1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica M9-P vs Sony a1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M9-P and Sony Alpha a1. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica M9-P Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M9-P over the Sony a1
M9-P | a1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the Leica M9-P
a1 | M9-P | |||
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Introduced | January 2021 | June 2011 | Newer by 116 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1440k | 230k | Clearer screen (+1210k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica M9-P and Sony a1
M9-P | a1 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Leica M9-P vs Sony a1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M9-P features external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony a1 has proportions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).
Check the Leica M9-P and Sony a1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the M9-P against the a1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the M9-P and a1 is 78 and 61 respectively.
Leica M9-P vs Sony a1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The image here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M9-P and a1.
Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony a1 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 32 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged M9-P will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Leica M9-P vs Sony a1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica M9-P vs Sony a1 Specifications
Leica M9-P | Sony Alpha a1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Sony |
Model | Leica M9-P | Sony Alpha a1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2011-06-21 | 2021-01-26 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 50 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5212 x 3472 | 8640 x 5760 |
Max native ISO | 2500 | 32000 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 59 | 133 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 9,437 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 30.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/400 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98) |
Max video resolution | None | 7680x4320 |
Video file format | - | XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 600 gr (1.32 pounds) | 737 gr (1.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 68 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 854 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 530 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | 1 | Two |
Price at release | $7,995 | $6,498 |