Leica C vs Olympus E-M10 IV

Lets look more in depth at the Leica C versus Olympus E-M10 IV, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the C (12MP) and E-M10 IV (20MP) and the C (1/1.7") and E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The C was revealed 8 years before the E-M10 IV and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica C being a Compact camera and the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the C scores versus the E-M10 IV for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C and Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV. The full galleries are available at Leica C Gallery and Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica C comes with external measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Olympus E-M10 IV has measurements of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Contrast the Leica C versus Olympus E-M10 IV in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the C vs the E-M10 IV.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the C and E-M10 IV is 92 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the C and E-M10 IV.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The C with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Olympus E-M10 IV will provide you with more detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older C will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.