Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Olympus E-P1

Below, we will be looking at the Leica M-E Typ 220 and Olympus E-P1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and E-P1 (12MP) and the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and E-P1 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M-E Typ 220 was launched 3 years after the E-P1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the M-E Typ 220 grades versus the E-P1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M-E Typ 220 and Olympus PEN E-P1. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery and Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Leica M-E Typ 220 offers outer measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) and the Olympus E-P1 has specifications of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the M-E Typ 220 and the E-P1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M-E Typ 220 and E-P1 is 79 and 86 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The pic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the M-E Typ 220 and E-P1.

All in all, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M-E Typ 220 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Leica M-E Typ 220 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer M-E Typ 220 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.