Olympus E-P3 vs Panasonic FZ35

Here, we are looking at the Olympus E-P3 and Panasonic FZ35, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-P3 (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the E-P3 (Four Thirds) and FZ35 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The E-P3 was introduced 14 months later than the FZ35 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-P3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the E-P3 grades vs the FZ35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-P3 Gallery & Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-P3 has 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) whilst the Panasonic FZ35 has specifications of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the E-P3 and the FZ35.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-P3 and FZ35 is 86 and 72 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P3 and FZ35.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The E-P3 has got the larger sensor which will make getting bokeh easier. The more recent E-P3 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.