Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax P70
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Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax P70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 369g - 122 x 69 x 34mm
- Launched August 2011
- Old Model is Olympus E-P2
- Later Model is Olympus E-P5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 155g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched March 2009
Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax P70 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax P70, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E-P3 (12MP) and the P70 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the E-P3 (Four Thirds) and P70 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe E-P3 was manufactured 2 years later than the P70 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-P3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the E-P3 matches up against the P70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax P70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P3 and Pentax Optio P70. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P3 Gallery and Pentax P70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P3 over the Pentax P70
E-P3 | P70 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | March 2009 | Fresher by 30 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Sharper display (+384k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax P70 over the Olympus E-P3
P70 | E-P3 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-P3 and Pentax P70
E-P3 | P70 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax P70 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P3 features outer dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Pentax P70 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax P70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the E-P3 vs the P70.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the E-P3 and P70 is 86 and 95 respectively.
Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax P70 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P3 and P70.
Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but different sensor sizing. The E-P3 offers the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The newer E-P3 should have an edge in sensor technology.
Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax P70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax P70 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P3 | Pentax Optio P70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus PEN E-P3 | Pentax Optio P70 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-08-17 | 2009-03-02 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Max resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 614 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | 3:2 OLED with Anti-Fingerprint Coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Wireless, Manual (3 levels) | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 369 gr (0.81 lb) | 155 gr (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 69 x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 51 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 536 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $0 | $200 |