Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Olympus E-PL1s

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Olympus E-PL1s, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (26MP) and E-PL1s (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (APS-C) and E-PL1s (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro3 was introduced 9 years later than the E-PL1s and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-Pro3 scores versus the E-PL1s in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-Pro3 & Olympus PEN E-PL1s. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-Pro3 Gallery & Olympus E-PL1s Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 features exterior dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL1s has proportions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Olympus E-PL1s in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus the E-PL1s.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and E-PL1s is 78 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and E-PL1s.

All in all, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 will offer greater detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-Pro3 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.