Olympus E-P3 vs Olympus XZ-10

Here is a thorough assessment of the Olympus E-P3 versus Olympus XZ-10, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Olympus. The resolution of the E-P3 (12MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the E-P3 (Four Thirds) and XZ-10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-P3 was introduced 17 months prior to the XZ-10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-P3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus XZ-10 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E-P3 matches up against the XZ-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P3 & Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-P3 Gallery & Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-P3 provides exterior 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 XZ-10 has specifications of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-P3 versus Olympus XZ-10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the E-P3 vs the XZ-10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-P3 and XZ-10 is 86 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P3 and XZ-10.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The E-P3 contains the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh less difficult. The older E-P3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.