Fujifilm X-A3 vs Olympus E-PL8

In this article, we are contrasting the Fujifilm X-A3 and Olympus E-PL8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and E-PL8 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and E-PL8 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was revealed within a month of the E-PL8 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A3 grades vs the E-PL8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A3 and Olympus PEN E-PL8. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Olympus E-PL8 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A3 has got external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL8 has specifications of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A3 and Olympus E-PL8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 and the E-PL8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A3 and E-PL8 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A3 and E-PL8.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-A3 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively.