Leica M Typ 240 vs Olympus E-PL5

Following is a detailed assessment of the Leica M Typ 240 vs Olympus E-PL5, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and E-PL5 (16MP) and the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and E-PL5 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizing.

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The M Typ 240 was introduced at a similar time to the E-PL5 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the M Typ 240 grades versus the E-PL5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M Typ 240 & Olympus PEN E-PL5. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery & Olympus E-PL5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Leica M Typ 240 has physical measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL5 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the M Typ 240 versus the E-PL5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 240 and E-PL5 is 74 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M Typ 240 and E-PL5.

As you can tell, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 240 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica M Typ 240 will offer you extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively.