Leica M11 Monochrome vs Olympus E-PL2
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Leica M11 Monochrome vs Olympus E-PL2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 60MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 50000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 640g - 139 x 80 x 39mm
- Launched April 2023
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 362g - 114 x 72 x 42mm
- Released February 2011
- Replaced the Olympus E-PL1s
- Newer Model is Olympus E-PL3

Leica M11 Monochrome vs Olympus E-PL2 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Leica M11 Monochrome and Olympus E-PL2, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the M11 Monochrome (60MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) and the M11 Monochrome (Full frame) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor size.

The M11 Monochrome was revealed 12 years after the E-PL2 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the M11 Monochrome matches up against the E-PL2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Leica M11 Monochrome vs Olympus E-PL2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M11 Monochrome & Olympus PEN E-PL2. The full galleries are provided at Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery & Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M11 Monochrome over the Olympus E-PL2
M11 Monochrome | E-PL2 | |||
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Released | April 2023 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 149 months |
Screen resolution | 2333k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1873k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL2 over the Leica M11 Monochrome
E-PL2 | M11 Monochrome |
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Common features in the Leica M11 Monochrome and Olympus E-PL2
M11 Monochrome | E-PL2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Leica M11 Monochrome vs Olympus E-PL2 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M11 Monochrome features external measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL2 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).
Check out the Leica M11 Monochrome and Olympus E-PL2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the M11 Monochrome against the E-PL2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M11 Monochrome and E-PL2 is 76 and 85 respectively.

Leica M11 Monochrome vs Olympus E-PL2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M11 Monochrome and E-PL2.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M11 Monochrome with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Leica M11 Monochrome will result in extra detail because of its extra 48 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent M11 Monochrome is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Leica M11 Monochrome vs Olympus E-PL2 Specifications
Leica M11 Monochrome | Olympus PEN E-PL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Olympus |
Model type | Leica M11 Monochrome | Olympus PEN E-PL2 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2023-04-14 | 2011-02-11 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Truepic V |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 60 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 9528 x 6328 | 4032 x 3024 |
Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica M | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 62 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 2,333k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 3600s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.5fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.00 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 640 gr (1.41 pounds) | 362 gr (0.80 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 80 x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 114 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 100 | 55 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.3 | 21.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.8 | 10.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 3376 | 573 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 pictures | 280 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BC-SCL7 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12s) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | UHS II type SD | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $9,195 | $0 |