Olympus E-PL3 vs Panasonic GH3

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus E-PL3 versus Panasonic GH3, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the E-PL3 (12MP) and GH3 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL3 was introduced 12 months before the GH3 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the E-PL3 matches up versus the GH3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-PL3 Gallery and Panasonic GH3 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL3 features external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH3 has sizing of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PL3 versus Panasonic GH3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the E-PL3 versus the GH3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL3 and GH3 is 88 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL3 and GH3.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic GH3 to result in extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged E-PL3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.