Olympus E-PL3 vs Olympus VG-110

Following is a extensive comparison of the Olympus E-PL3 vs Olympus VG-110, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Olympus. The resolution of the E-PL3 (12MP) and the VG-110 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the E-PL3 (Four Thirds) and VG-110 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The E-PL3 was introduced 8 months after the VG-110 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the E-PL3 matches up against the VG-110 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL3 and Olympus VG-110. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL3 Gallery and Olympus VG-110 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL3 enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-110 has sizing of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-PL3 vs Olympus VG-110 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the E-PL3 compared to the VG-110.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL3 and VG-110 is 88 and 97 respectively.

Often, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL3 and VG-110.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor sizes. The E-PL3 contains the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler. The more recent E-PL3 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.