Leica TL2 vs Olympus E-P1

Here is a thorough assessment of the Leica TL2 vs Olympus E-P1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Leica and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and E-P1 (12MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and E-P1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The TL2 was manufactured 8 years later than the E-P1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TL2 grades vs the E-P1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica TL2 and Olympus PEN E-P1. The entire galleries are available at Leica TL2 Gallery and Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Leica TL2 features exterior dimensions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Olympus E-P1 has specifications of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Contrast the Leica TL2 vs Olympus E-P1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the TL2 and the E-P1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL2 and E-P1 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL2 and E-P1.

As you can see, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TL2 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica TL2 will deliver more detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent TL2 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.