Canon 1D X vs Olympus E-PL3

Below is a extensive review of the Canon 1D X versus Olympus E-PL3, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the 1D X (18MP) and E-PL3 (12MP) and the 1D X (Full frame) and E-PL3 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.

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The 1D X was released at a similar time to the E-PL3 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon 1D X being a Large SLR camera and the Olympus E-PL3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the 1D X scores vs the E-PL3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X and Olympus PEN E-PL3. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X Gallery and Olympus E-PL3 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D X enjoys outside measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") and a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL3 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1D X versus Olympus E-PL3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 1D X against the E-PL3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D X and E-PL3 is 50 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D X and E-PL3.

All in all, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1D X featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon 1D X will give extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.