Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PM2
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PM2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
- Released September 2017
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-E2S
- Updated by Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched May 2013
- Replaced the Olympus E-PM1

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PM2 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-E3 and Olympus E-PM2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-E3 was released 4 years after the E-PM2 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades vs the E-PM2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PM2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E3 and Olympus PEN E-PM2. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Olympus E-PM2
Fujifilm X-E3 | E-PM2 | |||
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Launched | September 2017 | ![]() | May 2013 | Newer by 53 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Fujifilm X-E3
E-PM2 | Fujifilm X-E3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Olympus E-PM2
Fujifilm X-E3 | E-PM2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PM2 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E3 offers outside measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM2 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-E3 and Olympus E-PM2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 and the E-PM2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E3 and E-PM2 is 85 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PM2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E3 and E-PM2.
As you can plainly see, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E3 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E3 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PM2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PM2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E3 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-E3 | Olympus PEN E-PM2 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-09-07 | 2013-05-21 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 325 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 pounds) | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) |
Dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 932 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 360 pictures |
Style of battery | 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 | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $700 | $448 |