Olympus E-P3 vs Panasonic GF2

Below is a extensive comparison of the Olympus E-P3 and Panasonic GF2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-P3 (12MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The E-P3 was manufactured 6 months later than the GF2 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the E-P3 scores versus the GF2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-P3 Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P3 enjoys external 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 GF2 has proportions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-P3 and Panasonic GF2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the E-P3 against the GF2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-P3 and GF2 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P3 and GF2.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration.