Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic 3D1
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Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 420g - 122 x 69 x 37mm
- Launched October 2013
- Succeeded the Olympus E-P3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Released November 2011
Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Olympus E-P5 versus Panasonic 3D1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-P5 (16MP) and 3D1 (12MP) and the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and 3D1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe E-P5 was brought out 24 months later than the 3D1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-P5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the E-P5 grades against the 3D1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-P5 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P5 over the Panasonic 3D1
E-P5 | 3D1 | |||
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Released | October 2013 | November 2011 | More recent by 24 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 460k | Clearer display (+577k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Olympus E-P5
3D1 | E-P5 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Olympus E-P5 and Panasonic 3D1
E-P5 | 3D1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-P5 enjoys physical dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-P5 versus Panasonic 3D1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the E-P5 vs the 3D1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P5 and 3D1 is 85 and 93 respectively.
Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P5 and 3D1.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-P5 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Olympus E-P5 will produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The newer E-P5 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus PEN E-P5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-10-03 | 2011-11-07 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3.5" |
Resolution of display | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | 3:2 LCD capacitive touchscreen | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO 100) | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync (1st or 2nd curtain), Manual (1/1 - 1/64) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/320 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 420 grams (0.93 pounds) | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 69 x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 895 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 200 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $389 | $670 |