Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PL6

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Olympus E-PL6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and E-PL6 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and E-PL6 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was brought out 3 years after the E-PL6 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up vs the E-PL6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E3 & Olympus PEN E-PL6. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery & Olympus E-PL6 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E3 provides exterior dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL6 has proportions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Olympus E-PL6 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus the E-PL6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E3 and E-PL6 is 85 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E3 and E-PL6.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E3 will provide you with more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-E3 should have an edge in sensor technology.