Leica TL vs Olympus E-P2

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.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL & Olympus PEN E-P2. The whole galleries are provided at Leica TL Gallery & Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

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).

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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.

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

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.