Olympus E-P3 vs Panasonic LF1

Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus E-P3 versus Panasonic LF1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-P3 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the E-P3 (Four Thirds) and LF1 (1/1.7") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The E-P3 was revealed 3 years prior to the LF1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera 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 LF1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the E-P3 grades against the LF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-P3 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P3 has outside dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LF1 has measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the E-P3 against the LF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P3 and LF1 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P3 and LF1.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The E-P3 comes with the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh easier. The older E-P3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.