Leica M9-P vs Olympus E-P2

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Leica M9-P versus Olympus E-P2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the M9-P (18MP) and E-P2 (12MP) and the M9-P (Full frame) and E-P2 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The M9-P was unveiled 15 months later than the E-P2 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the M9-P matches up versus the E-P2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M9-P and Olympus PEN E-P2. The full galleries are viewable at Leica M9-P Gallery and Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica M9-P enjoys exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Olympus E-P2 has proportions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Examine the Leica M9-P versus Olympus E-P2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the M9-P versus the E-P2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the M9-P and E-P2 is 78 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M9-P and E-P2.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M9-P having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Leica M9-P will render extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger M9-P provides a benefit in sensor innovation.