Olympus E-PL7 vs Panasonic G3

Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus E-PL7 and Panasonic G3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-PL7 (16MP) and the G3 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-PL7 was manufactured 3 years later than the G3 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the E-PL7 grades vs the G3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL7 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL7 comes with physical measurements of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Panasonic G3 has dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-PL7 and Panasonic G3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the E-PL7 against the G3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-PL7 and G3 is 86 and 83 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The photograph below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL7 and G3.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern E-PL7 should have an edge in sensor innovation.