Leica M11 vs Olympus E-P3

Here, we are evaluating the Leica M11 vs Olympus E-P3, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the M11 (60MP) and E-P3 (12MP) and the M11 (Full frame) and E-P3 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The M11 was manufactured 10 years after the E-P3 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the M11 matches up versus the E-P3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M11 and Olympus PEN E-P3. The entire galleries are provided at Leica M11 Gallery and Olympus E-P3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica M11 has got physical dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) and the Olympus E-P3 has sizing of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs).

Contrast the Leica M11 vs Olympus E-P3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the M11 versus the E-P3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M11 and E-P3 is 76 and 86 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M11 and E-P3.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M11 because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Leica M11 will produce more detail due to its extra 48 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger M11 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.