Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Leica CL and OM System OM-5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Leica CL has external dimensions of 131 x 78 x 45 mm (5.16 x 3.07 x 1.77″) and weighs 403 g (0.89 lb / 14.22 oz) (including batteries). OM System OM-5 has external dimensions of 125 x 85 x 50 mm (4.92 x 3.35 x 1.97″) and weighs 414 g (0.91 lb / 14.60 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Leica CL and the OM System OM-5. Leica CL is 7mm shorter and 5mm thinner than OM System OM-5 but it is also 6mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Leica CL and OM System OM-5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Leica CL and OM System OM-5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Leica CL is 11g lighter than the OM System OM-5 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since Leica CL has an APS-C sized sensor and OM System OM-5 has a smaller Four Thirds sensor, OM System OM-5's lenses for a similar focal length and aperture will generally be lighter and smaller than the Leica CL lenses.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the OM-5, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the CL.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Leica CL and OM System OM-5's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, OM System OM-5 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Leica CL's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to OM-5.