Olympus E-PL6 vs Sony NEX-F3

Here is a extended review of the Olympus E-PL6 and Sony NEX-F3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-PL6 (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is relatively similar but the E-PL6 (Four Thirds) and NEX-F3 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-PL6 was released 24 months later than the NEX-F3 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the E-PL6 scores versus the NEX-F3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL6 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-PL6 comes with external measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-F3 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the E-PL6 and the NEX-F3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL6 and NEX-F3 is 88 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-PL6 and NEX-F3.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The E-PL6 offers the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF more difficult. The newer E-PL6 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.