Canon M3 vs Olympus E-PM1

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon M3 vs Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the M3 (APS-C) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The M3 was introduced 3 years later than the E-PM1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the M3 grades versus the E-PM1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M3 and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The whole galleries are available at Canon M3 Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon M3 provides outer dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM1 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the M3 vs the E-PM1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M3 and E-PM1 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M3 and E-PM1.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M3 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon M3 will resolve more detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger M3 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.