Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-P1

Lets look a little more in depth at the Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-P1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the T Type 701 (16MP) and E-P1 (12MP) and the T Type 701 (APS-C) and E-P1 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The T Type 701 was introduced 4 years after the E-P1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the T Type 701 scores versus the E-P1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica T Typ 701 & Olympus PEN E-P1. The whole galleries are available at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica T Type 701 features exterior measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Olympus E-P1 has sizing of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the T Type 701 versus the E-P1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the T Type 701 and E-P1 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the T Type 701 and E-P1.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The T Type 701 with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Leica T Type 701 will render more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger T Type 701 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.