Leica CL vs Olympus E-PM2
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Leica CL vs Olympus E-PM2 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 403g - 131 x 78 x 45mm
- Introduced November 2017
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- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched May 2013
- Replaced the Olympus E-PM1
Leica CL vs Olympus E-PM2 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Leica CL versus Olympus E-PM2, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Olympus. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the CL (24MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) and the CL (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe CL was introduced 4 years later than the E-PM2 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the CL scores versus the E-PM2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Leica CL vs Olympus E-PM2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica CL & Olympus PEN E-PM2. The whole galleries are provided at Leica CL Gallery & Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica CL over the Olympus E-PM2
CL | E-PM2 | |||
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Launched | November 2017 | May 2013 | More recent by 55 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Leica CL
E-PM2 | CL | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus |
Common features in the Leica CL and Olympus E-PM2
CL | E-PM2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Leica CL vs Olympus E-PM2 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica CL offers exterior 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-PM2 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Analyze the Leica CL versus Olympus E-PM2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the CL compared to the E-PM2.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the CL and E-PM2 is 82 and 89 respectively.
Leica CL vs Olympus E-PM2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the CL and E-PM2.
As you have seen, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The CL using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica CL will produce more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern CL is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
Leica CL vs Olympus E-PM2 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Leica CL vs Olympus E-PM2 Specifications
Leica CL | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Olympus |
Model | Leica CL | Olympus PEN E-PM2 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2017-11-21 | 2013-05-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Maestro II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 6014 x 4014 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 50000 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 30 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/25000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 403g (0.89 pounds) | 269g (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 78 x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 932 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | 360 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC12 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $3,799 | $448 |