Leica M11 vs Olympus E-PM2

Below is a extensive review of the Leica M11 versus Olympus E-PM2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the M11 (60MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) and the M11 (Full frame) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

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The M11 was released 8 years later than the E-PM2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the M11 grades vs the E-PM2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica M11 and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The complete galleries are provided at Leica M11 Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica M11 offers exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PM2 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Leica M11 versus Olympus E-PM2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the M11 against the E-PM2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the M11 and E-PM2 is 76 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M11 and E-PM2.

As you can see, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The M11 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Leica M11 will give extra detail as a result of its extra 44MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer M11 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.