Olympus E-P3 vs Panasonic ZS70

In this article, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-P3 versus Panasonic ZS70, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the E-P3 (12MP) and ZS70 (20MP) and the E-P3 (Four Thirds) and ZS70 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The E-P3 was released 6 years prior to the ZS70 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-P3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the E-P3 grades vs the ZS70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-P3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-P3 has got physical measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-P3 versus Panasonic ZS70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the E-P3 against the ZS70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the E-P3 and ZS70 is 86 and 87 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P3 and ZS70.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-P3 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic ZS70 will render greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged E-P3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.