Leica M9-P vs Olympus E-PM2

Let's look more closely at the Leica M9-P versus Olympus E-PM2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the M9-P (18MP) and the E-PM2 (16MP) is fairly similar but the M9-P (Full frame) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The M9-P was introduced 23 months prior to the E-PM2 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the M9-P grades vs the E-PM2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M9-P and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The whole galleries are available at Leica M9-P Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica M9-P enjoys exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM2 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica M9-P versus Olympus E-PM2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the M9-P vs the E-PM2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M9-P and E-PM2 is 78 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M9-P and E-PM2.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M9-P with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Leica M9-P will offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older M9-P is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.