Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5
80 Imaging
55 Features
75 Overall
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![Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III front Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Olympus-OM-D-E-M10-Mark-III.jpg)
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88 Imaging
52 Features
72 Overall
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Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 410g - 122 x 84 x 50mm
- Announced August 2017
- Succeeded the Olympus E-M10 II
- Replacement is Olympus E-M10 IV
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Launched September 2012
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Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both are produced by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-M10 III (16MP) and the E-PL5 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (Four Thirds).
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The E-M10 III was announced 5 years later than the E-PL5 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M10 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the E-M10 III scores versus the E-PL5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III & Olympus PEN E-PL5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 III Gallery & Olympus E-PL5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 III over the Olympus E-PL5
E-M10 III | E-PL5 | |||
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Launched | August 2017 | ![]() | September 2012 | Fresher by 61 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL5 over the Olympus E-M10 III
E-PL5 | E-M10 III | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Olympus E-M10 III and Olympus E-PL5
E-M10 III | E-PL5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M10 III has got physical dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL5 has proportions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the E-M10 III against the E-PL5.
![Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 size comparison Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M10-Mark-III-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-PL5-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M10 III and E-PL5 is 80 and 88 respectively.
![Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 top view buttons comparison Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M10-Mark-III-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-PL5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The visual below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M10 III and E-PL5.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher E-M10 III will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 sensor size comparison Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M10-Mark-III-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-PL5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M10-Mark-III-vs-Olympus-PEN-E-PL5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Olympus E-M10 III vs Olympus E-PL5 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III | Olympus PEN E-PL5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III | Olympus PEN E-PL5 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2017-08-31 | 2012-09-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.6 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m (at ISO 100) | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
Flash modes | Auto, redeye, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill-in, manual, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 410 grams (0.90 lb) | 325 grams (0.72 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 84 x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 889 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 360 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-50 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $650 | $400 |