FAQ for Olympus PEN E-PL3

Here is a list of the most frequently asked questions regarding the Olympus PEN E-PL3.

What is the release date of the Olympus E-PL3?

The Olympus E-PL3 was released on September of 2011.

What is the Olympus E-PL3 sensor size?

The sensor size of the Olympus E-PL3 is Four Thirds with dimensions of 17.3mm x 13mm and a surface area of 225mm².

How many MegaPixels does the Olympus E-PL3 have?

The Olympus E-PL3 has a resolution of 12 Megapixels on a Four Thirds sized sensor.

What is the weight of the Olympus E-PL3?

The Olympus E-PL3 weighs 313 grams / 0.69 pounds.

What are the dimensions of the Olympus E-PL3?

The Olympus E-PL3 has dimensions of (Width x Height x Depth) 110mm x 64mm x 37mm / 4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5".

How much battery life does the Olympus E-PL3 have?

The Olympus E-PL3 has a battery life of 300 shots.

Does the Olympus E-PL3 have manual focus?

Yes, the Olympus E-PL3 has manual focus.

Does the Olympus E-PL3 have Interchangeable lenses?

Yes, you can change the lenses on the E-PL3.

What lens mount does the Olympus E-PL3 use?

The Olympus E-PL3 uses the Micro Four Thirds lens mount. To see a full list of compatible lenses, go to E-PL3 lenses.

What is the crop factor of the Olympus E-PL3 sensor?

The crop factor of the Olympus E-PL3 sensor is 2.1.

What type of screen does the Olympus E-PL3 have?

The Olympus E-PL3 has a Tilting screen which is not selfie friendly.

Does the Olympus E-PL3 have a touch screen?

No, the Olympus E-PL3 does not have a touch screen.

What is the maximum shutter speed of the Olympus E-PL3?

The maximum shutter speed of the Olympus E-PL3 is 1/4000 seconds.

How many frames per second (fps) can the Olympus E-PL3 shoot at?

The Olympus E-PL3 has a continuous shooting rate of 6.0 fps (frames per second).

Does the Olympus E-PL3 have image stabilization?

Yes, the Olympus E-PL3 has Image Stabilization.