Leica CL vs Olympus E-PL1

Its time to look much closer at the Leica CL vs Olympus E-PL1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the CL (24MP) and E-PL1 (12MP) and the CL (APS-C) and E-PL1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The CL was brought out 7 years after the E-PL1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the CL scores vs the E-PL1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica CL and Olympus PEN E-PL1. The entire galleries are available at Leica CL Gallery and Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Leica CL has physical measurements 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 E-PL1 has sizing of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the CL and the E-PL1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CL and E-PL1 is 82 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the CL and E-PL1.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CL because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica CL will deliver more detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger CL is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.