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The M9 was Leica's first 'full-frame' digital rangefinder, enabling the use of most Leica 'M' series lenses at the originally intended field-of-view. The 18MP CCD sensor is fitted with a filter that avoid the M8 and 8.2's need for lens-mounted UV and IR filters. It retains the classic M series look and build quality while promising a no-compromise approach consummate with its not-inconsiderable price-tag. While beautifully engineered and undeniably capable as a photographic tool, the M9 understandably lacks some of the digital sophistication offered by more mass-market products and its sensor isn't a match for the latest CMOS designs in low light. Its lack of anti-aliasing filter enables it to capture astonishing levels of detail at lower ISO settings though.
| Body type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Max resolution | 5212 x 3472 |
| Effective pixels | 18.0 megapixels |
| Sensor size | Full frame (36 x 24 mm) |
| Sensor type | CCD |
| ISO | Auto, Pull 80, 160, 200, 250, 320, 400, 500, 640, 800, 1000, 1250, 1600, 2000, 2500 |
| Lens mount | Leica M mount |
| Focal length mult. | 1× |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed |
| Screen size | 2.5″ |
| Screen dots | 230,000 |
| Min shutter speed | 4 sec |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 sec |
| Storage types | SD/SDHC card |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz) |
| Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 37 mm (5.47 x 3.15 x 1.46″) |
| GPS | None |
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