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Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2

Portability
85
Imaging
60
Features
58
Overall
59
Leica TL front
 
Olympus PEN E-P2 front
Portability
86
Imaging
47
Features
42
Overall
45

Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2 Key Specs

Leica TL
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12500
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
  • Announced November 2016
  • Successor is Leica TL2
Olympus E-P2
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 355g - 121 x 70 x 36mm
  • Released April 2010
  • Older Model is Olympus E-P1
  • Newer Model is Olympus E-P3
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Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2 Overview

Here is a extensive analysis of the Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Olympus. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the TL (16MP) and E-P2 (12MP) and the TL (APS-C) and E-P2 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The TL was announced 6 years later than the E-P2 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TL grades vs the E-P2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Olympus E-P2

 TL E-P2 
ReleasedNovember 2016April 2010Fresher by 80 months
Display dimensions3.7"3"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution1230k230kClearer display (+1000k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Olympus E-P2 over the Leica TL

 E-P2 TL 

Common features in the Leica TL and Olympus E-P2

 TL E-P2 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica TL enjoys outer dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Olympus E-P2 has dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Examine the Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the TL vs the E-P2.

Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TL and E-P2 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2 top view buttons comparison

Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The visual here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL and E-P2.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TL having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Leica TL will result in extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The fresher TL should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2 sensor size comparison

Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica TL as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus E-P2 as a Portrait photography camera
76
has manual focus
resolution is good (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
60
focusing manually
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
comes with face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Leica TL Street photography features
Olympus E-P2 Street photography features
70
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
supports focus by touch
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
74
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
saves RAW formats
no moving screen
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Sports Comparison

Leica TL Sports photography information
Olympus E-P2 Sports photography information
55
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (5.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
40
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames per second)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
terrible battery (300 shots)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Leica TL Travel photography details
Olympus E-P2 Travel photography details
70
supports focus by touch
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
43
lack of Timelapse recording
terrible battery (300 CIPA)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Leica TL as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus E-P2 as a Landscape photography camera
70
has manual focus
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
very good size screen (3.7")
resolution is good (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
no Time Lapse recording
60
focusing manually
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
saves RAW formats
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
terrible battery (300 CIPA)
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica TL as a Vlogging camera
Olympus E-P2 as a Vlogging camera
33
touchscreen
includes face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
no mic port
29
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
comes with face detect focusing
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone socket
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Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica TL and Olympus E-P2
 Leica TLOlympus PEN E-P2
General Information
Manufacturer Leica Olympus
Model type Leica TL Olympus PEN E-P2
Class Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2016-11-08 2010-04-22
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - TruePic V
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
Maximum resolution 4928 x 3264 4032 x 3024
Maximum native ISO 12500 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens support Leica L Micro Four Thirds
Total lenses 4 107
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 1,230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic (optional) Electronic (optional)
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.50 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, off, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels)
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 384g (0.85 lbs) 355g (0.78 lbs)
Physical dimensions 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") 121 x 70 x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 56
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 21.5
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 505
Other
Battery life 400 pictures 300 pictures
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID BP-DC13 BLS-1
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC card
Card slots One One
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