Fujifilm X-A3 vs Olympus E-P2

In this article, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Olympus E-P2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and E-P2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and E-P2 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was brought out 6 years later than the E-P2 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A3 grades versus the E-P2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A3 & Olympus PEN E-P2. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A3 provides outside dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Olympus E-P2 has specifications of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Olympus E-P2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 compared to the E-P2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A3 and E-P2 is 86 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The visual underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A3 and E-P2.

All in all, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A3 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A3 will produce more detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A3 should have an advantage in sensor technology.