Leica TL2 vs Olympus E-PL2

Here is a complete comparison of the Leica TL2 and Olympus E-PL2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) have different sensor size.

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The TL2 was announced 6 years later than the E-PL2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the TL2 matches up vs the E-PL2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica TL2 and Olympus PEN E-PL2. The whole galleries are available at Leica TL2 Gallery and Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica TL2 provides outside measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL2 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

Contrast the Leica TL2 and Olympus E-PL2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the TL2 against the E-PL2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL2 and E-PL2 is 85 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TL2 and E-PL2.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TL2 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Leica TL2 will show extra detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer TL2 should have a benefit in sensor tech.