Olympus E-PL3 vs Olympus E-PM1

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Olympus E-PL3 vs Olympus E-PM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are created by Olympus. The resolution of the E-PL3 (12MP) and the E-PM1 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL3 was released 2 months earlier than the E-PM1 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the E-PL3 scores against the E-PM1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL3 and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL3 Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL3 enjoys outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM1 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-PL3 vs Olympus E-PM1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the E-PL3 versus the E-PM1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL3 and E-PM1 is 88 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL3 and E-PM1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of files though you should really take the production date of the products into consideration.