Leica M-Monochrom vs Olympus E-PL2

Let's look more closely at the Leica M-Monochrom versus Olympus E-PL2, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) and the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.

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The M-Monochrom was unveiled 16 months after the E-PL2 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the M-Monochrom matches up versus the E-PL2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M-Monochrom & Olympus PEN E-PL2. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery & Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica M-Monochrom offers exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL2 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

Examine the Leica M-Monochrom versus Olympus E-PL2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the M-Monochrom against the E-PL2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the M-Monochrom and E-PL2 is 78 and 85 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M-Monochrom and E-PL2.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M-Monochrom using its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Leica M-Monochrom will offer more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent M-Monochrom will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.