Leica M Typ 262 vs OM System OM-1

Let's look more closely at the Leica M Typ 262 and OM System OM-1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and the OM System OM-1 (20MP) is very close but the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and OM System OM-1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor measurements.

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The M Typ 262 was revealed 7 years prior to the OM System OM-1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Leica M Typ 262 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the OM System OM-1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the M Typ 262 matches up vs the OM System OM-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 262 and OM System OM-1. The full galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery and OM System OM-1 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica M Typ 262 has outside dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the OM System OM-1 has measurements of 135mm x 92mm x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Check out the Leica M Typ 262 and OM System OM-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the M Typ 262 and the OM System OM-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M Typ 262 and OM System OM-1 is 77 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The image below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M Typ 262 and OM System OM-1.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M Typ 262 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Leica M Typ 262 will render extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged M Typ 262 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.