Olympus E-P3 vs Panasonic GX9

Here, we are evaluating the Olympus E-P3 versus Panasonic GX9, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-P3 (12MP) and GX9 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The E-P3 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the GX9 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the E-P3 matches up vs the GX9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P3 has physical measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Panasonic GX9 has proportions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") along with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the E-P3 compared to the GX9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-P3 and GX9 is 86 and 82 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P3 and GX9.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic GX9 to produce extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged E-P3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.