Fujifilm X-A3 vs Olympus E-P1

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Olympus E-P1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and E-P1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and E-P1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was revealed 7 years after the E-P1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A3 matches up against the E-P1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A3 & Olympus PEN E-P1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Olympus E-P1 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A3 provides outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Olympus E-P1 has measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Olympus E-P1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 and the E-P1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A3 and E-P1 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A3 and E-P1.

All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A3 using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A3 will produce greater detail because of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A3 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.