Leica M Edition 60 vs Olympus E-PL5

In this write-up, we are matching up the Leica M Edition 60 vs Olympus E-PL5, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the M Edition 60 (24MP) and E-PL5 (16MP) and the M Edition 60 (Full frame) and E-PL5 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M Edition 60 was unveiled 2 years later than the E-PL5 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the M Edition 60 matches up vs the E-PL5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Edition 60 & Olympus PEN E-PL5. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M Edition 60 Gallery & Olympus E-PL5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica M Edition 60 enjoys external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL5 has dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica M Edition 60 vs Olympus E-PL5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the M Edition 60 and the E-PL5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the M Edition 60 and E-PL5 is 74 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M Edition 60 and E-PL5.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M Edition 60 using its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica M Edition 60 will give extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer M Edition 60 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.