Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic GF6
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Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic GF6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 313g - 110 x 64 x 37mm
- Announced September 2011
- Old Model is Olympus E-PL2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 323g - 111 x 65 x 38mm
- Released April 2013
- Superseded the Panasonic GF5
- Refreshed by Panasonic GF7
Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic GF6 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Olympus E-PL3 versus Panasonic GF6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-PL3 (12MP) and GF6 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-PL3 was unveiled 18 months before the GF6 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the E-PL3 scores versus the GF6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic GF6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL3 Gallery and Panasonic GF6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL3 over the Panasonic GF6
E-PL3 | GF6 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF6 over the Olympus E-PL3
GF6 | E-PL3 | |||
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Released | April 2013 | September 2011 | Newer by 18 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL3 and Panasonic GF6
E-PL3 | GF6 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic GF6 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL3 has got outside measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF6 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-PL3 versus Panasonic GF6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the E-PL3 compared to the GF6.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL3 and GF6 is 88 and 87 respectively.
Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic GF6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL3 and GF6.
Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic GF6 to show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged E-PL3 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic GF6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic GF6 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus PEN E-PL3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2011-09-20 | 2013-04-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Truepic VI | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
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 (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 1280 x 720p (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 640 x 480 (30/25fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 313 gr (0.69 lb) | 323 gr (0.71 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 111 x 65 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 52 | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.9 | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | 499 | 622 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 340 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $399 | $326 |