Leica M Edition 60 vs Olympus E-PL1

Lets take a closer look at the Leica M Edition 60 versus Olympus E-PL1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Olympus. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and E-PL1 (12MP) and the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and E-PL1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor size.

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The M Edition 60 was revealed 4 years later than the E-PL1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the M Edition 60 grades versus the E-PL1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Edition 60 & Olympus PEN E-PL1. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Leica M Edition 60 enjoys outer measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL1 has specifications of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Look at the Leica M Edition 60 versus Olympus E-PL1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the M Edition 60 compared to the E-PL1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the M Edition 60 and E-PL1 is 74 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M Edition 60 and E-PL1.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M Edition 60 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica M Edition 60 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern M Edition 60 will have a benefit in sensor tech.