Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-P2

The following is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-P2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and E-P2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and E-P2 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was announced 7 years after the E-P2 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up against the E-P2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E3 and Olympus PEN E-P2. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Olympus E-P2 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E3 enjoys exterior dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P2 has proportions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-P2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 compared to the E-P2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E3 and E-P2 is 85 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The image below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E3 and E-P2.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-E3 will result in more detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E3 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.