Olympus E-P3 vs Panasonic G95

On this page, we are looking at the Olympus E-P3 vs Panasonic G95, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-P3 (12MP) and G95 (20.3MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The E-P3 was announced 8 years prior to the G95 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G95 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the E-P3 matches up against the G95 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P3 Gallery and Panasonic G95 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P3 provides exterior dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Panasonic G95 has proportions of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-P3 vs Panasonic G95 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the E-P3 and the G95.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-P3 and G95 is 86 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P3 and G95.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic G95 to resolve greater detail with its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged E-P3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.