• APS-C 370.5mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 50,000
  • 4/3 226.2mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Leica TL2 advantages over Olympus E-P7

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 3.92 vs 3.36 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • More pixels
    24.2 vs 20.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    20.0 fps vs 8.7 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/40000 vs 1/16000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    50000 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Olympus E-P7 advantages over Leica TL2

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 29 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Leica T (Typ 701)

Leica TL2
Leica T (Typ 701)
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $2800
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer stills battery life
Olympus E-P7
Leica T (Typ 701)
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $2800
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Samsung NX500

Leica TL2
Samsung NX500
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Faster JPEG shooting
  • Faster RAW shooting
  • $1600
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Tiltable Screen
Olympus E-P7
Samsung NX500
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1600
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • NFC

Compared to Sony A6500

Leica TL2
Sony A6500
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Thinner
  • Higher-res screen
  • $1216
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder
Olympus E-P7
Sony A6500
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Thinner
  • $1216
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compared to Leica TL

Leica TL2
Leica TL
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $1350
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
Olympus E-P7
Leica TL
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1350
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Leica CL

Leica TL2
Leica CL
  • $2495
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $3195
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-camera panoramas
Olympus E-P7
Leica CL
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $3195
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
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