Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-P3
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-P3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.5" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
- Launched September 2019
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 369g - 122 x 69 x 34mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Succeeded the Olympus E-P2
- Updated by Olympus E-P5

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-P3 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm X-A7 versus Olympus E-P3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and E-P3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and E-P3 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-A7 was unveiled 8 years after the E-P3 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A7 matches up vs the E-P3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-P3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A7 & Olympus PEN E-P3. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery & Olympus E-P3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Olympus E-P3
Fujifilm X-A7 | E-P3 | |||
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Introduced | September 2019 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 99 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 2760k | ![]() | 614k | Sharper screen (+2146k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P3 over the Fujifilm X-A7
E-P3 | Fujifilm X-A7 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Olympus E-P3
Fujifilm X-A7 | E-P3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-P3 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A7 features outside dimensions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P3 has sizing of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-A7 versus Olympus E-P3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 vs the E-P3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A7 and E-P3 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-P3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A7 and E-P3.
As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A7 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A7 will give greater detail having an extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A7 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Olympus E-P3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A7 | Olympus PEN E-P3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-A7 | Olympus PEN E-P3 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2019-09-11 | 2011-08-17 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4032 x 3024 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,760 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | 3:2 OLED with Anti-Fingerprint Coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (@ ISO 200) |
Flash options | Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Wireless, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 320 grams (0.71 pounds) | 369 grams (0.81 pounds) |
Dimensions | 119 x 68 x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 122 x 69 x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 51 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 536 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photos | 330 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $700 | $0 |