Leica M Typ 262 vs Olympus E-M1 III

Following is a complete analysis of the Leica M Typ 262 vs Olympus E-M1 III, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and the E-M1 III (20MP) is very well matched but the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and E-M1 III (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

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The M Typ 262 was revealed 5 years before the E-M1 III which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Leica M Typ 262 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the M Typ 262 matches up against the E-M1 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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If you're intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica M Typ 262 features 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) and the Olympus E-M1 III has proportions of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the M Typ 262 versus the E-M1 III.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 262 and E-M1 III is 77 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M Typ 262 and E-M1 III.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 262 with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Leica M Typ 262 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged M Typ 262 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.