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 Olympus E-PL8 and Leica M-E Typ 220 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus E-PL8 has external dimensions of 115 x 67 x 38 mm (4.53 x 2.64 x 1.5″) and weighs 357 g (0.79 lb / 12.59 oz) (including batteries). Leica M-E Typ 220 has external dimensions of 139 x 80 x 37 mm (5.47 x 3.15 x 1.46″) and weighs 585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL8 and the Leica M-E Typ 220. Olympus E-PL8 is 24mm narrower and 13mm shorter than Leica M-E Typ 220 but it is also 1mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Olympus E-PL8 and Leica M-E Typ 220.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus E-PL8 and Leica M-E Typ 220.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus E-PL8 is significantly lighter (228g ) than the Leica M-E Typ 220 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
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 M-E Typ 220 has a Full frame sensor and Olympus E-PL8 has a smaller Four Thirds sensor, Olympus E-PL8's lenses for a similar focal length and aperture will generally be lighter and smaller than the Leica M-E Typ 220 lenses.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus PEN E-PL8 nor Leica M-E Typ 220 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus E-PL8's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Leica M-E Typ 220's 2.5 screen.
In addition to the size advantage, Olympus E-PL8 LCD screen also has a
Tilting feature where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Leica M-E Typ 220 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to E-PL8.