Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax Q
86 Imaging
48 Features
60 Overall
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93 Imaging
35 Features
47 Overall
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Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax Q 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
- Introduced August 2011
- Old Model is Olympus E-P2
- Successor is Olympus E-P5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Released June 2011
- Renewed by Pentax Q10
Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax Q Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-P3 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is pretty similar but the E-P3 (Four Thirds) and Q (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-P3 was introduced 2 months later than the Q so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the E-P3 scores vs the Q in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax Q Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P3 & Pentax Q. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-P3 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P3 over the Pentax Q
E-P3 | Q | |||
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Screen resolution | 614k | 460k | Crisper screen (+154k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Olympus E-P3
Q | E-P3 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-P3 and Pentax Q
E-P3 | Q | |||
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Released | August 2011 | June 2011 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you should 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") and a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) while the Pentax Q has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax Q in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the E-P3 compared to the Q.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the E-P3 and Q is 86 and 93 respectively.
Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P3 and Q.
Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The E-P3 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler.
Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax Q Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P3 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus PEN E-P3 | Pentax Q |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2011-08-17 | 2011-06-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
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 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax Q |
Available lenses | 107 | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 614 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | 3:2 OLED with Anti-Fingerprint Coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Wireless, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 369 grams (0.81 pounds) | 180 grams (0.40 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 69 x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 51 | 47 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.8 | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | 536 | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 230 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $0 | $695 |