Fujifilm X-A3 vs Olympus E-PM2

Lets look closer at the Fujifilm X-A3 and Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was revealed 3 years later than the E-PM2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-A3 scores against the E-PM2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A3 and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A3 has got outer measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM2 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-A3 and Olympus E-PM2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 and the E-PM2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A3 and E-PM2 is 86 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A3 and E-PM2.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A3 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A3 will render extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A3 will have an edge in sensor tech.