Here is a specs comparison on the new Leica M and the Leica M9. Take a look below:
| Feature | Leica M (Typ 240) | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Resolution | 24.0 Million | 18.0 Million |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor Size | 36 x 24 mm | 36 x 24 mm |
| Sensor Type | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Image Size | 5952 x 3976 | 5212 x 3472 |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical | Optical |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.68x | 0.68x |
| Storage Media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
| Continuous Shooting Speed | 3 FPS | 2 FPS |
| Max Shutter Speed | 1/4000 to 60 sec | 1/4000 to 4 sec |
| Native ISO Sensitivity | ISO 200-6,400 | ISO 160-2,500 |
| Boosted ISO Sensitivity | ISO 100 | ISO 80 |
| Video Output | Motion JPEG | – |
| Video Maximum Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 24 fps) | – |
| LCD Size | 3″ Fixed TFT-LCD | 2.5″ Fixed TFT-LCD |
| LCD Resolution | 920,800 dots | 230,000 dots |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | ±3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 42 mm | 139 x 80 x 37 mm |
| Weight | 680g | 585g |
| MSRP Price | $6,950.00 | $6,995.00 |