Olympus E-P2 vs Olympus E-P3

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Olympus E-P2 and Olympus E-P3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both created by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-P2 (12MP) and the E-P3 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-P2 was brought out 16 months earlier than the E-P3 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-P2 grades against the E-P3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P2 & Olympus PEN E-P3. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P2 Gallery & Olympus E-P3 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P2 has outer dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Olympus E-P3 has proportions of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-P2 and Olympus E-P3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-P2 versus the E-P3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P2 and E-P3 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P2 and E-P3.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files however you will need to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged E-P2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.