Fujifilm X-A3 vs Olympus E-PL2

Lets look a little more closely at the Fujifilm X-A3 vs Olympus E-PL2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was introduced 5 years later than the E-PL2 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-A3 grades versus the E-PL2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A3 & Olympus PEN E-PL2. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery & Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A3 provides physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL2 has sizing of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 versus the E-PL2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A3 and E-PL2 is 86 and 85 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A3 and E-PL2.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A3 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-A3 will give more detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.