Fujifilm X-A2 vs Olympus E-PL3

Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm X-A2 and Olympus E-PL3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and E-PL3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and E-PL3 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was announced 3 years later than the E-PL3 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores versus the E-PL3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A2 & Olympus PEN E-PL3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery & Olympus E-PL3 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 has external measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL3 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-A2 and Olympus E-PL3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 against the E-PL3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A2 and E-PL3 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A2 and E-PL3.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A2 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-A2 will provide extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A2 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.