Leica M9 vs Olympus E-PL2

Its time to look more closely at the Leica M9 and Olympus E-PL2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the M9 (18MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) and the M9 (Full frame) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizing.

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The M9 was announced 17 months before the E-PL2 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the M9 scores versus the E-PL2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M9 and Olympus PEN E-PL2. The whole galleries are provided at Leica M9 Gallery and Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Leica M9 provides exterior dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL2 has specifications of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

Check out the Leica M9 and Olympus E-PL2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the M9 compared to the E-PL2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M9 and E-PL2 is 79 and 85 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M9 and E-PL2.

Plainly, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M9 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Leica M9 will show extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged M9 will be behind in sensor innovation.