Leica M8 vs Olympus E-PL2

Let's look more closely at the Leica M8 versus Olympus E-PL2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the M8 (10MP) and the E-PL2 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the M8 (APS-H) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor size.

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The M8 was brought out 4 years prior to the E-PL2 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the M8 matches up versus the E-PL2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M8 & Olympus PEN E-PL2. The entire galleries are available at Leica M8 Gallery & Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica M8 has got exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 591 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL2 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the M8 against the E-PL2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M8 and E-PL2 is 79 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M8 and E-PL2.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M8 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-PL2 will give more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older M8 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.