Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1
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![Leica T Typ 701 front Leica T Typ 701 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-T-Typ-701/Leica-T--Type-701-front.jpg)
![Olympus PEN E-PM1 front Olympus PEN E-PM1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Olympus_PEN_E-PM1_0.jpg)
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Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Leica L Mount
- 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Revealed April 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Introduced November 2011
- New Model is Olympus E-PM2
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Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 Overview
Let's look closer at the Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the T Type 701 (16MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the T Type 701 (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
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The T Type 701 was brought out 2 years after the E-PM1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the T Type 701 scores against the E-PM1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica T Typ 701 & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The entire galleries are available at Leica T Type 701 Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica T Type 701 over the Olympus E-PM1
T Type 701 | E-PM1 | |||
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Introduced | April 2014 | ![]() | November 2011 | More modern by 30 months |
Display sizing | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1300k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+840k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Leica T Type 701
E-PM1 | T Type 701 |
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Common features in the Leica T Type 701 and Olympus E-PM1
T Type 701 | E-PM1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica T Type 701 has outside measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM1 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Contrast the Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the T Type 701 vs the E-PM1.
![Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 size comparison Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-T-Typ-701-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-PM1-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the T Type 701 and E-PM1 is 85 and 89 respectively.
![Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 top view buttons comparison Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-T-Typ-701-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-PM1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the T Type 701 and E-PM1.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The T Type 701 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Leica T Type 701 will produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher T Type 701 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
![Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 sensor size comparison Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-T-Typ-701-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-PM1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-T-Typ-701-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-PM1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1 Specifications
Leica T Typ 701 | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Olympus |
Model type | Leica T Typ 701 | Olympus PEN E-PM1 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2014-04-24 | 2011-11-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4944 x 3278 | 4032 x 3024 |
Max native ISO | 12500 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 4 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,300k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 384 gr (0.85 lb) | 265 gr (0.58 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 75 | 52 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.0 | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 1082 | 499 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 330 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP-DC13 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $1,603 | $499 |