Leica M Edition 60 vs Olympus E-P5

Following is a complete assessment of the Leica M Edition 60 versus Olympus E-P5, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and E-P5 (16MP) and the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and E-P5 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The M Edition 60 was revealed 12 months after the E-P5 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the M Edition 60 grades vs the E-P5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Edition 60 and Olympus PEN E-P5. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery and Olympus E-P5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Leica M Edition 60 has outer dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Olympus E-P5 has specifications of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs).

Contrast the Leica M Edition 60 versus Olympus E-P5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the M Edition 60 compared to the E-P5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Edition 60 and E-P5 is 74 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M Edition 60 and E-P5.

As you can see, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M Edition 60 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Leica M Edition 60 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger M Edition 60 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.