Leica M Typ 262 vs Olympus E-PL2

Below is a in depth analysis of the Leica M Typ 262 versus Olympus E-PL2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Olympus. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the M Typ 262 (24MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) and the M Typ 262 (Full frame) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The M Typ 262 was released 4 years later than the E-PL2 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the M Typ 262 matches up vs the E-PL2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M Typ 262 & Olympus PEN E-PL2. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M Typ 262 Gallery & Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica M Typ 262 enjoys 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-PL2 has sizing of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the M Typ 262 and the E-PL2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M Typ 262 and E-PL2 is 77 and 85 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The photograph below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M Typ 262 and E-PL2.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M Typ 262 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Leica M Typ 262 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger M Typ 262 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.