Leica SL2 vs Olympus E-M10

Here, we will be contrasting the Leica SL2 and Olympus E-M10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SL2 (47MP) and E-M10 (16MP) and the SL2 (Full frame) and E-M10 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The SL2 was launched 5 years later than the E-M10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SL2 matches up versus the E-M10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica SL2 and Olympus OM-D E-M10. The complete galleries are available at Leica SL2 Gallery and Olympus E-M10 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Leica SL2 comes with physical dimensions of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") having a weight of 835 grams (1.84 lbs) and the Olympus E-M10 has specifications of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Analyze the Leica SL2 and Olympus E-M10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SL2 vs the E-M10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SL2 and E-M10 is 57 and 82 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL2 and E-M10.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SL2 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica SL2 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SL2 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.