Nikon Z50 vs Olympus E-PL3
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Nikon Z50 vs Olympus E-PL3 Key Specs
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Released October 2019
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- 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
- Introduced September 2011
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-PL2
Nikon Z50 vs Olympus E-PL3 Overview
Below is a detailed comparison of the Nikon Z50 and Olympus E-PL3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and E-PL3 (12MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and E-PL3 (Four Thirds) use different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Z50 was manufactured 8 years later than the E-PL3 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the Z50 scores versus the E-PL3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z50 vs Olympus E-PL3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z50 & Olympus PEN E-PL3. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Olympus E-PL3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Olympus E-PL3
Z50 | E-PL3 | |||
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Introduced | October 2019 | September 2011 | More recent by 99 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL3 over the Nikon Z50
E-PL3 | Z50 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Olympus E-PL3
Z50 | E-PL3 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Nikon Z50 vs Olympus E-PL3 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z50 has got physical measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL3 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z50 and Olympus E-PL3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Z50 versus the E-PL3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Z50 and E-PL3 is 74 and 88 respectively.
Nikon Z50 vs Olympus E-PL3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z50 and E-PL3.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z50 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z50 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher Z50 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z50 vs Olympus E-PL3 Specifications
Nikon Z50 | Olympus PEN E-PL3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Z50 | Olympus PEN E-PL3 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2019-10-10 | 2011-09-20 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | Truepic VI |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
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 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 15 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 397 grams (0.88 pounds) | 313 grams (0.69 pounds) |
Dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 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 | 320 images | 300 images |
Form of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $857 | $399 |