Olympus E-P3 vs Olympus E-PL3

Let's look a bit more closely at the Olympus E-P3 and Olympus E-PL3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-P3 (12MP) and the E-PL3 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-P3 was manufactured at a similar time to the E-PL3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the E-P3 matches up vs the E-PL3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P3 and Olympus PEN E-PL3. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P3 Gallery and Olympus E-PL3 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P3 provides outside measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL3 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-P3 and Olympus E-PL3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-P3 vs the E-PL3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-P3 and E-PL3 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P3 and E-PL3.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures however you should really take the release date of the products into consideration.