Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PL3

The following is a extended review of the Leica T Type 701 and Olympus E-PL3, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the T Type 701 (16MP) and E-PL3 (12MP) and the T Type 701 (APS-C) and E-PL3 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The T Type 701 was brought out 2 years after the E-PL3 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the T Type 701 scores against the E-PL3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica T Typ 701 & Olympus PEN E-PL3. The entire galleries are available at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Olympus E-PL3 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. 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-PL3 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the T Type 701 compared to the E-PL3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the T Type 701 and E-PL3 is 85 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the T Type 701 and E-PL3.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The T Type 701 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica T Type 701 will offer you more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer T Type 701 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.