Leica M9-P vs Sony FX3

The following is a extended review of the Leica M9-P vs Sony FX3, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Leica and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the M9-P (18MP) and FX3 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The M9-P was unveiled 10 years prior to the FX3 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the M9-P matches up versus the FX3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M9-P and Sony FX3. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M9-P Gallery and Sony FX3 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Leica M9-P provides 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) and the Sony FX3 has specifications of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).

Look at the Leica M9-P vs Sony FX3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the M9-P and the FX3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M9-P and FX3 is 78 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The pic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M9-P and FX3.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Leica M9-P to give more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged M9-P is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.