Shutter sounds: Olympus E-P1 vs Leica M4-2

Depending on the type of photography or assignments you may be working on, the shutter sound of a camera may be one of the factors in deciding which one you take or pick. So, for those who are wandering how the Leica shutter sound compares to the new Olympus E-P1 shutter sound, the Imaging Insider has the answer.

They have posted sound captures of the Leica M4-2 (film camera) and the Olympus E-P1. Both are the type of cameras street photographers and other users of small(er) but powerful cameras may be interested in.

To play the sound files in your browser, look for the blue PLAY buttons on the Insider page. You can also download the files to play with your favorite software or media player.