Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL3
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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 448g - 121 x 83 x 47mm
- Released May 2018
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-T200
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 313g - 110 x 64 x 37mm
- Revealed September 2011
- Old Model is Olympus E-PL2

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL3 Overview
Following is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Olympus E-PL3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T100 (24MP) and E-PL3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T100 (APS-C) and E-PL3 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-T100 was released 6 years after the E-PL3 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T100 matches up against the E-PL3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T100 and Olympus PEN E-PL3. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T100 Gallery and Olympus E-PL3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T100 over the Olympus E-PL3
Fujifilm X-T100 | E-PL3 | |||
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Revealed | May 2018 | ![]() | September 2011 | More modern by 82 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL3 over the Fujifilm X-T100
E-PL3 | Fujifilm X-T100 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T100 and Olympus E-PL3
Fujifilm X-T100 | E-PL3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL3 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T100 has got physical dimensions of 121mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 448 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL3 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Olympus E-PL3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T100 and the E-PL3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T100 and E-PL3 is 80 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T100 and E-PL3.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T100 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-T100 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T100 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Olympus E-PL3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T100 | Olympus PEN E-PL3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T100 | Olympus PEN E-PL3 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-05-24 | 2011-09-20 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Truepic VI |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4032 x 3024 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 91 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
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 speed | 6.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 15p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 448 gr (0.99 pounds) | 313 gr (0.69 pounds) |
Dimensions | 121 x 83 x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 110 x 64 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 499 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 430 photographs | 300 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, smile, buddy, group, face) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $499 | $399 |