Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Olympus E-PL9
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Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Olympus E-PL9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 497g - 141 x 83 x 46mm
- Launched October 2019
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-Pro2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 380g - 117 x 68 x 39mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Older Model is Olympus E-PL8

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Olympus E-PL9 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus Olympus E-PL9, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (26MP) and E-PL9 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (APS-C) and E-PL9 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-Pro3 was launched 21 months later than the E-PL9 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-Pro3 scores versus the E-PL9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Olympus E-PL9 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Olympus PEN E-PL9. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro3 Gallery and Olympus E-PL9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro3 over the Olympus E-PL9
Fujifilm X-Pro3 | E-PL9 | |||
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Introduced | October 2019 | ![]() | February 2018 | Fresher by 21 months |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL9 over the Fujifilm X-Pro3
E-PL9 | Fujifilm X-Pro3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Olympus E-PL9
Fujifilm X-Pro3 | E-PL9 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Olympus E-PL9 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 provides physical dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") and a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL9 has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus Olympus E-PL9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 compared to the E-PL9.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and E-PL9 is 78 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Olympus E-PL9 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and E-PL9.
To sum up, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-Pro3 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Olympus E-PL9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Olympus E-PL9 Specifications
Fujifilm X-Pro3 | Olympus PEN E-PL9 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm X-Pro3 | Olympus PEN E-PL9 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2019-10-23 | 2018-02-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X-Processor 4 | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 80 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,620k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0fps | 8.6fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.60 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, manual, redeye reduction, slow sync w/redeye reduction, slow sync , slow sync 2nd-curtain, fill-in, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 497 grams (1.10 lb) | 380 grams (0.84 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 83 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") | 117 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Retail pricing | $2,000 | $599 |