Leica TL vs Olympus E-M5

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Leica TL vs Olympus E-M5, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Leica and Olympus. The resolution of the TL (16MP) and the E-M5 (16MP) is very well matched but the TL (APS-C) and E-M5 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The TL was brought out 4 years after the E-M5 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Leica TL being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TL grades against the E-M5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL and Olympus OM-D E-M5. The entire galleries are available at Leica TL Gallery and Olympus E-M5 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica TL comes with outer dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Olympus E-M5 has dimensions of 122mm x 89mm x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 425 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Leica TL vs Olympus E-M5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the TL versus the E-M5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL and E-M5 is 85 and 81 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The picture below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TL and E-M5.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The TL comes with the larger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF easier. The fresher TL will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.