• 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 24.0 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 50,000
  • 4/3 226.2mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Leica M10 advantages over Olympus E-P7

  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 6.05 vs 3.36 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • More pixels
    24.0 vs 20.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    125 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Higher extended ISO
    50000 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Olympus E-P7 advantages over Leica M10

  • Lens selection
    Excellent vs Limited
    Better lens selection gives you more options
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs No
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • 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
  • Lighter weight
    337g vs 660g
    Lighter weight
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    8.7 fps vs 5.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    Unlimited vs 100 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • 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 M-P (Typ 240)

Leica M10
Leica M-P (Typ 240)
  • $7846
  • 35mm
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Longer exposure
  • $7495
  • 35mm
  • Shoots 24p video
  • Shoots 1080p video
Olympus E-P7
Leica M-P (Typ 240)
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $7495
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compared to Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)

Leica M10
Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)
  • $7846
  • 35mm
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Longer exposure
  • $7595
  • 35mm
  • Shoots 24p video
  • Shoots 1080p video
Olympus E-P7
Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246)
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $7595
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compared to Leica SL (Typ 601)

Leica M10
Leica SL (Typ 601)
  • $7846
  • 35mm
  • Longer exposure
  • $3802
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video
Olympus E-P7
Leica SL (Typ 601)
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $3802
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compared to Leica M (Typ 262)

Leica M10
Leica M (Typ 262)
  • $7846
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $4995
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
Olympus E-P7
Leica M (Typ 262)
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking
  • $4995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compared to Leica M-D (Typ 262)

Leica M10
Leica M-D (Typ 262)
  • $7846
  • 35mm
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
  • $5995
  • 35mm
Olympus E-P7
Leica M-D (Typ 262)
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Rear display
  • Lens selection
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
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