Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-P5

Following is a in depth overview of the Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-P5, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the T Type 701 (16MP) and the E-P5 (16MP) is relatively close but the T Type 701 (APS-C) and E-P5 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The T Type 701 was announced 7 months after the E-P5 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the T Type 701 matches up vs the E-P5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica T Typ 701 & Olympus PEN E-P5. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Olympus E-P5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica T Type 701 has got physical measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P5 has dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the T Type 701 and the E-P5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the T Type 701 and E-P5 is 85 and 85 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the T Type 701 and E-P5.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The T Type 701 provides the bigger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh easier. The more recent T Type 701 will have an edge in sensor tech.