Fujifilm X-A5 vs Olympus E-PL3

Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-A5 and Olympus E-PL3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and E-PL3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and E-PL3 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was unveiled 6 years after the E-PL3 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up against the E-PL3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A5 & Olympus PEN E-PL3. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Olympus E-PL3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A5 enjoys outer dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL3 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-A5 and Olympus E-PL3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 vs the E-PL3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A5 and E-PL3 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The picture here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A5 and E-PL3.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A5 using its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-A5 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A5 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.