Leica SL2-S vs Olympus E-M5 III

In this write-up, we are matching up the Leica SL2-S versus Olympus E-M5 III, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the SL2-S (24MP) and the E-M5 III (20MP) is very similar but the SL2-S (Full frame) and E-M5 III (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SL2-S was introduced 14 months after the E-M5 III making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SL2-S matches up vs the E-M5 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica SL2-S & Olympus OM-D E-M5 III. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica SL2-S Gallery & Olympus E-M5 III Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Leica SL2-S features exterior measurements of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 931 grams (2.05 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M5 III has sizing of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") with a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs).

Analyze the Leica SL2-S versus Olympus E-M5 III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SL2-S versus the E-M5 III.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SL2-S and E-M5 III is 55 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SL2-S and E-M5 III.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SL2-S having a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica SL2-S will offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The younger SL2-S is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.