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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Olympus E-PL3

Portability
71
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77
Fujifilm X-T3 front
 
Olympus PEN E-PL3 front
Portability
88
Imaging
48
Features
52
Overall
49

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Olympus E-PL3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 539g - 133 x 93 x 59mm
  • Introduced September 2018
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-T2
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-T4
Olympus E-PL3
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 313g - 110 x 64 x 37mm
  • Released September 2011
  • Succeeded the Olympus E-PL2
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Olympus E-PL3 Overview

In this article, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-T3 versus Olympus E-PL3, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T3 (26MP) and E-PL3 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T3 (APS-C) and E-PL3 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T3 was brought out 7 years later than the E-PL3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-T3 scores against the E-PL3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T3 over the Olympus E-PL3

 Fujifilm X-T3 E-PL3 
ReleasedSeptember 2018September 2011More recent by 85 months
Display resolution1040k460kCrisper display (+580k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL3 over the Fujifilm X-T3

 E-PL3 Fujifilm X-T3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Olympus E-PL3

 Fujifilm X-T3 E-PL3 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display dimensions
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Olympus E-PL3 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T3 enjoys exterior measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 539 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL3 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T3 versus Olympus E-PL3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T3 versus the E-PL3.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Olympus E-PL3 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T3 and E-PL3 is 71 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Olympus E-PL3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Olympus E-PL3 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T3 and E-PL3.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T3 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T3 will render greater detail having its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Olympus E-PL3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Olympus E-PL3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Olympus E-PL3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Portrait photography advice
Olympus E-PL3 Portrait photography advice
82
focusing manually
sensor resolution is great (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detect focus
exports RAW formats
60
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
has face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
sensor resolution low (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Street photography highlights
Olympus E-PL3 Street photography highlights
75
has a tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
features touch focus
weather proof
lack of image stabilization
84
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-T3
Sports photography with Olympus E-PL3
79
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
high frames per second (20.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution is great (26MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
weather proof
supports phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
45
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
has tracking autofocus
slow fps (6.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
low battery life (300 per charge)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-T3
Travel photography with Olympus E-PL3
74
weather proof
connects via bluetooth
features touch focus
sensor resolution is great (26MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
44
lack of Time Lapse function
low battery life (300 CIPA)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Landscape photography factors
Olympus E-PL3 Landscape photography factors
80
focusing manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3")
sensor resolution is great (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
exports RAW formats
weather proof
two card slots
lack of image stabilization
61
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW files
sensor resolution low (12MP)
low battery life (300 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T3 Vlogging info
Olympus E-PL3 Vlogging info
34
touch screen
provides face detect focus
high quality video (4096 x 2160 pixels)
comes with mic socket
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
34
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
has face detection autofocus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does not have selfie friendly display
lack of external mic jack
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Olympus E-PL3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T3 and Olympus E-PL3
 Fujifilm X-T3Olympus PEN E-PL3
General Information
Make FujiFilm Olympus
Model Fujifilm X-T3 Olympus PEN E-PL3
Category Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2018-09-06 2011-09-20
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip X-Processor 4 Truepic VI
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 26MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3
Peak resolution 6240 x 4160 4032 x 3024
Highest native ISO 12800 12800
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 160 200
RAW format
Lowest enhanced ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 425 35
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Micro Four Thirds
Amount of lenses 54 107
Crop factor 1.5 2.1
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 1,040k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shutter speed 20.0 frames/s 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels)
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/250s 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096x2160 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 AVCHD, Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 539 gr (1.19 pounds) 313 gr (0.69 pounds)
Dimensions 133 x 93 x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") 110 x 64 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 52
DXO Color Depth score not tested 20.9
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.3
DXO Low light score not tested 499
Other
Battery life 390 photographs 300 photographs
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S BLS-5
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media - SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Two One
Cost at release $1,500 $399