Leica M9 vs Sony WX80

Below is a extensive analysis of the Leica M9 versus Sony WX80, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Sony. The resolution of the M9 (18MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is very well matched but the M9 (Full frame) and WX80 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The M9 was released 4 years prior to the WX80 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Leica M9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the M9 matches up versus the WX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M9 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica M9 has physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the M9 vs the WX80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M9 and WX80 is 79 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M9 and WX80.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The M9 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica M9 will give you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older M9 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.