Leica M9 vs Leica V-Lux 5

On this page, we will be reviewing the Leica M9 versus Leica V-Lux 5, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Leica. The sensor resolution of the M9 (18MP) and the V-Lux 5 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the M9 (Full frame) and V-Lux 5 (1") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The M9 was introduced 11 years earlier than the V-Lux 5 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Leica M9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Leica V-Lux 5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the M9 grades vs the V-Lux 5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M9 & Leica V-Lux 5. The whole galleries are available at Leica M9 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica M9 enjoys physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) whilst the Leica V-Lux 5 has sizing of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the M9 versus the V-Lux 5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M9 and V-Lux 5 is 79 and 55 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M9 and V-Lux 5.

All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M9 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica V-Lux 5 will give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged M9 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.