Fujifilm XP150 vs Olympus E-PL3

Following is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm XP150 vs Olympus E-PL3, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and the E-PL3 (12MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm XP150 (1/2.3") and E-PL3 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XP150 was revealed 4 months after the E-PL3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm XP150 being a Compact camera and the Olympus E-PL3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm XP150 scores against the E-PL3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP150 and Olympus PEN E-PL3. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP150 Gallery and Olympus E-PL3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP150 provides outside dimensions of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL3 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP150 vs Olympus E-PL3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 compared to the E-PL3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP150 and E-PL3 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP150 and E-PL3.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XP150 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm XP150 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively.