Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P3
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Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Launched June 2021
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 369g - 122 x 69 x 34mm
- Revealed August 2011
- Superseded the Olympus E-P2
- Refreshed by Olympus E-P5

Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P3 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and E-P3 (12MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and E-P3 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.

The Z fc was released 10 years after the E-P3 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-P3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Z fc matches up versus the E-P3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z fc and Olympus PEN E-P3. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Olympus E-P3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Olympus E-P3
Z fc | E-P3 | |||
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Revealed | June 2021 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 121 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 614k | Clearer screen (+426k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P3 over the Nikon Z fc
E-P3 | Z fc |
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Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-P3
Z fc | E-P3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P3 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z fc has got outside measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Olympus E-P3 has proportions of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Z fc vs the E-P3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z fc and E-P3 is 79 and 86 respectively.

Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z fc and E-P3.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z fc featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z fc will offer more detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Z fc should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

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Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P3 Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Olympus PEN E-P3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Z fc | Olympus PEN E-P3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2021-06-28 | 2011-08-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4032 x 3024 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 21 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | 3:2 OLED with Anti-Fingerprint Coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.00 m (@ ISO 200) |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Wireless, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 pounds) | 369g (0.81 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 122 x 69 x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 300 images | 330 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $949 | $0 |