Olympus E-M10 vs Sony A3000

In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus E-M10 and Sony A3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-M10 (16MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is very comparable but the E-M10 (Four Thirds) and A3000 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M10 was launched 7 months later than the A3000 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the E-M10 matches up vs the A3000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M10 & Sony Alpha A3000. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M10 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M10 has got exterior dimensions of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Sony A3000 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the E-M10 against the A3000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M10 and A3000 is 82 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M10 and A3000.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-M10 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A3000 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger E-M10 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.