Leica M Typ 262 vs Olympus E-P1

Lets take a deeper look at the Leica M Typ 262 vs Olympus E-P1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Olympus. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and E-P1 (12MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and E-P1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

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The M Typ 262 was brought out 6 years after the E-P1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the M Typ 262 scores against the E-P1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M Typ 262 & Olympus PEN E-P1. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica M Typ 262 has got exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Olympus E-P1 has proportions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the M Typ 262 vs the E-P1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M Typ 262 and E-P1 is 77 and 86 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M Typ 262 and E-P1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M Typ 262 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Leica M Typ 262 will resolve extra detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent M Typ 262 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.