Leica TL2 vs Olympus E-P7

Here, we will be contrasting the Leica TL2 versus Olympus E-P7, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Olympus. The image resolution of the TL2 (24MP) and the E-P7 (20MP) is pretty similar but the TL2 (APS-C) and E-P7 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The TL2 was launched 4 years before the E-P7 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TL2 scores against the E-P7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica TL2 & Olympus PEN E-P7. The complete galleries are available at Leica TL2 Gallery & Olympus E-P7 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica TL2 comes with outside measurements 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-P7 has sizing of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the TL2 versus the E-P7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TL2 and E-P7 is 85 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TL2 and E-P7.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TL2 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Leica TL2 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older TL2 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.