Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PM2

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.