Leica M Typ 240 vs Olympus PEN-F

Following is a extensive comparison of the Leica M Typ 240 and Olympus PEN-F, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the M Typ 240 (24MP) and the PEN-F (20MP) is relatively comparable but the M Typ 240 (Full frame) and PEN-F (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The M Typ 240 was announced 4 years prior to the PEN-F which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the M Typ 240 matches up against the PEN-F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M Typ 240 & Olympus PEN-F. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica M Typ 240 Gallery & Olympus PEN-F Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Leica M Typ 240 has got external dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Olympus PEN-F has sizing of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the M Typ 240 and the PEN-F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 240 and PEN-F is 74 and 84 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The pic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 240 and PEN-F.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 240 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica M Typ 240 will produce extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged M Typ 240 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.