Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Olympus E-P3
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Olympus E-P3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 495g - 141 x 83 x 56mm
- Launched January 2016
- Previous Model is Fujifilm X-Pro1
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-Pro3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 369g - 122 x 69 x 34mm
- Announced August 2011
- Previous Model is Olympus E-P2
- Replacement is Olympus E-P5

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Olympus E-P3 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Olympus E-P3, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and E-P3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and E-P3 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was introduced 4 years after the E-P3 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 grades versus the E-P3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Olympus E-P3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-Pro2 & Olympus PEN E-P3. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery & Olympus E-P3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro2 over the Olympus E-P3
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | E-P3 | |||
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Announced | January 2016 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 54 months |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 614k | Sharper display (+1006k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P3 over the Fujifilm X-Pro2
E-P3 | Fujifilm X-Pro2 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Olympus E-P3
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | E-P3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Olympus E-P3 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 offers outer dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Olympus E-P3 has proportions of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Olympus E-P3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 versus the E-P3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and E-P3 is 74 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Olympus E-P3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The picture below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and E-P3.
Plainly, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will show extra detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-Pro2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Olympus E-P3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Olympus E-P3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-Pro2 | Olympus PEN E-P3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-Pro2 | Olympus PEN E-P3 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-01-15 | 2011-08-17 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor III | TruePic VI |
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 | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4032 x 3024 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,620k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | 3:2 OLED with Anti-Fingerprint Coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 92 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.00 m (@ ISO 200) |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, suppressed flash, rear-curtain synchro, commander) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Wireless, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840x2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25,p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 495 gr (1.09 pounds) | 369 gr (0.81 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 83 x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") | 122 x 69 x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 350 pictures | 330 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (Dual slots, UHS-II support in slot 1) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Cost at launch | $1,700 | $0 |