Leica T Type 701 vs Olympus E-PM1

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the T Type 701 and E-PM1 is 85 and 89 respectively.

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.