Leica TL2 vs Olympus E-PL6

Lets take a more detailed look at the Leica TL2 versus Olympus E-PL6, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and E-PL6 (16MP) and the TL2 (APS-C) and E-PL6 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor size.

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The TL2 was introduced 2 years later than the E-PL6 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TL2 matches up against the E-PL6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL2 and Olympus PEN E-PL6. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica TL2 Gallery and Olympus E-PL6 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Leica TL2 provides exterior measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL6 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the TL2 versus the E-PL6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL2 and E-PL6 is 85 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL2 and E-PL6.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The TL2 with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Leica TL2 will show greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher TL2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.