Leica M Typ 240 vs Olympus E-PL1

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Leica M Typ 240 and Olympus E-PL1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and E-PL1 (12MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and E-PL1 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizing.

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The M Typ 240 was announced 2 years after the E-PL1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the M Typ 240 matches up against the E-PL1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Typ 240 & Olympus PEN E-PL1. The whole galleries are available at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery & Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica M Typ 240 features outside measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL1 has proportions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Compare the Leica M Typ 240 and Olympus E-PL1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the M Typ 240 vs the E-PL1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 240 and E-PL1 is 74 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The picture below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 240 and E-PL1.

All in all, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 240 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Leica M Typ 240 will offer you more detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer M Typ 240 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.