Leica M9 vs Sony NEX-5

Lets look a bit more closely at the Leica M9 vs Sony NEX-5, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the M9 (18MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) and the M9 (Full frame) and NEX-5 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The M9 was launched 9 months before the NEX-5 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the M9 scores versus the NEX-5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M9 and Sony Alpha NEX-5. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M9 Gallery and Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Leica M9 comes with exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5 has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

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

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the M9 versus the NEX-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the M9 and NEX-5 is 79 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M9 and NEX-5.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M9 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Leica M9 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older M9 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.