Leica M11 vs Olympus E-P7
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Leica M11 vs Olympus E-P7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 60MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 64 - 50000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 640g - 139 x 80 x 39mm
- Announced January 2022
- Succeeded the Leica M10
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 337g - 118 x 69 x 38mm
- Released June 2021
Leica M11 vs Olympus E-P7 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Leica M11 vs Olympus E-P7, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the M11 (60MP) and E-P7 (20MP) and the M11 (Full frame) and E-P7 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe M11 was brought out 8 months after the E-P7 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the M11 matches up versus the E-P7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica M11 vs Olympus E-P7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M11 and Olympus PEN E-P7. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica M11 Gallery and Olympus E-P7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica M11 over the Olympus E-P7
M11 | E-P7 | |||
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Released | January 2022 | June 2021 | Newer by 8 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 2333k | 1040k | Clearer screen (+1293k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P7 over the Leica M11
E-P7 | M11 | |||
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Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Leica M11 and Olympus E-P7
M11 | E-P7 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3.00" | 3.00" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Leica M11 vs Olympus E-P7 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Leica M11 has got exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P7 has specifications of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
See the Leica M11 vs Olympus E-P7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the M11 and the E-P7.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M11 and E-P7 is 76 and 86 respectively.
Leica M11 vs Olympus E-P7 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M11 and E-P7.
Clearly, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M11 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Leica M11 will provide greater detail having its extra 40MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent M11 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Leica M11 vs Olympus E-P7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Leica M11 vs Olympus E-P7 Specifications
Leica M11 | Olympus PEN E-P7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Leica | Olympus |
Model | Leica M11 | Olympus PEN E-P7 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2022-01-13 | 2021-06-09 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 60 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 9528 x 6328 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 50000 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 62 | 118 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.00 inches | 3.00 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,333 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3600s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.5 frames/s | 8.7 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (2nd curtain), Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | BLS-50 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 640g (1.41 lb) | 337g (0.74 lb) |
Dimensions | 139 x 80 x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") | 118 x 69 x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 pictures | 360 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BC-SCL7 | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12s) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | UHS II type SD | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $8,995 | $800 |