Leica M-E Typ 220 vs Olympus E-PL8

The following is a thorough assessment of the Leica M-E Typ 220 versus Olympus E-PL8, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the M-E Typ 220 (18MP) and the E-PL8 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the M-E Typ 220 (Full frame) and E-PL8 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor size.

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The M-E Typ 220 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the E-PL8 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the M-E Typ 220 matches up versus the E-PL8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-E Typ 220 & Olympus PEN E-PL8. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M-E Typ 220 Gallery & Olympus E-PL8 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-E Typ 220 features exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL8 has dimensions of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the M-E Typ 220 and the E-PL8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M-E Typ 220 and E-PL8 is 79 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M-E Typ 220 and E-PL8.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M-E Typ 220 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica M-E Typ 220 will give greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged M-E Typ 220 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.