Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Nikon L31 and Leica M9 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon L31 has external dimensions of 96 x 59 x 29 mm (3.78 x 2.32 x 1.14″) and weighs 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz) (including batteries). Leica M9 has external dimensions of 139 x 80 x 37 mm (5.47 x 3.15 x 1.46″) and weighs 585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon L31 and Leica M9. Nikon L31 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 43mm narrower, 21mm shorter and 8mm thinner than Leica M9. As you can tell, actually this is not a fair size comparison since Nikon L31 has a built-in lens but Leica M9 doesn't. Once you put a lens on M9, its thickness will increase significantly.
Comparison image of Nikon L31 and Leica M9 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon L31 and Leica M9.
Comparison image of Nikon L31 and Leica M9 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon L31 and Leica M9.
Top View Comparison image of Nikon L31 and Leica M9 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon L31 is significantly lighter (425g ) than the Leica M9 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Again, this comparison may not be very useful in real life as we are comparing the weight of a camera with a built-in lens to the body-only weight of an interchangeable lens camera. Once you put a lens on M9, the total kit will weigh much higher.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix L31 nor Leica M9 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon L31's 2.70" LCD screen is slightly larger than Leica M9's 2.5 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.