Leica M-Monochrom vs Olympus E-PL1

Its time to examine more closely at the Leica M-Monochrom and Olympus E-PL1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and E-PL1 (12MP) and the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and E-PL1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor size.

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The M-Monochrom was manufactured 2 years later than the E-PL1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the M-Monochrom grades versus the E-PL1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M-Monochrom & Olympus PEN E-PL1. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery & Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Leica M-Monochrom has outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL1 has measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Compare the Leica M-Monochrom and Olympus E-PL1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the M-Monochrom and the E-PL1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M-Monochrom and E-PL1 is 78 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M-Monochrom and E-PL1.

As you can tell, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M-Monochrom featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Leica M-Monochrom will deliver more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The newer M-Monochrom provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.