Leica CL vs Olympus FE-47

Here, we are matching up the Leica CL versus Olympus FE-47, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Olympus. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the CL (24MP) and FE-47 (14MP) and the CL (APS-C) and FE-47 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The CL was announced 7 years later than the FE-47 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Leica CL being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus FE-47 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the CL grades versus the FE-47 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica CL & Olympus FE-47. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica CL Gallery & Olympus FE-47 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica CL enjoys outer dimensions of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") and a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Olympus FE-47 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the CL vs the FE-47.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CL and FE-47 is 82 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL and FE-47.

As you can tell, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The CL with its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica CL will offer you more detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer CL will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.