Olympus E-P3 vs Panasonic LX3

Here is a extensive review of the Olympus E-P3 versus Panasonic LX3, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-P3 (12MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is relatively close but the E-P3 (Four Thirds) and LX3 (1/1.63") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The E-P3 was revealed 2 years later than the LX3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the E-P3 grades versus the LX3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-P3 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus E-P3 has got outer measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has specifications of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-P3 versus Panasonic LX3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the E-P3 against the LX3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-P3 and LX3 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P3 and LX3.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-P3 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Olympus E-P3 will render greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent E-P3 should have a benefit in sensor tech.