Leica CL vs Olympus E-M5 III
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Leica CL vs Olympus E-M5 III Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 403g - 131 x 78 x 45mm
- Launched November 2017
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- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 414g - 125 x 85 x 50mm
- Launched October 2019
- Succeeded the Olympus E-M5 II
- New Model is OM System OM-5
Leica CL vs Olympus E-M5 III Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Leica CL vs Olympus E-M5 III, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the CL (24MP) and the E-M5 III (20MP) is fairly comparable but the CL (APS-C) and E-M5 III (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe CL was brought out 23 months before the E-M5 III making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Leica CL being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M5 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the CL scores against the E-M5 III with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica CL vs Olympus E-M5 III Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica CL and Olympus OM-D E-M5 III. The entire galleries are provided at Leica CL Gallery and Olympus E-M5 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica CL over the Olympus E-M5 III
CL | E-M5 III |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-M5 III over the Leica CL
E-M5 III | CL | |||
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Launched | October 2019 | November 2017 | Newer by 23 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Leica CL and Olympus E-M5 III
CL | E-M5 III | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Identical display resolution | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Leica CL vs Olympus E-M5 III Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica CL has got physical measurements of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") along with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M5 III has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs).
Compare the Leica CL vs Olympus E-M5 III in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the CL compared to the E-M5 III.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the CL and E-M5 III is 82 and 80 respectively.
Leica CL vs Olympus E-M5 III Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the CL and E-M5 III.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The CL featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Leica CL will produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged CL will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Leica CL vs Olympus E-M5 III Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica CL vs Olympus E-M5 III Specifications
Leica CL | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Olympus |
Model | Leica CL | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-11-21 | 2019-10-17 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Maestro II | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS | MOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6014 x 4014 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 30 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/25000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 30.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, redeye, fill, off, redeye slow sync, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 403 grams (0.89 pounds) | 414 grams (0.91 pounds) |
Dimensions | 131 x 78 x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") | 125 x 85 x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 310 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC12 | BLN-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $3,799 | $1,199 |