- 4/3 224.9mm2
- 12.3 megapixels
- ISO 200 - 12,800
- 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
- 16.1 megapixels
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26.00mm - 130.00mm (35mm eq.)
Differences
Olympus E-P3 advantages over Nikon L26
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Larger sensor
4/3
vs
1/2.3 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
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In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes
vs
No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
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Bigger pixels
~ 4.29
vs
1.34 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
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RAW file ability
Yes
vs
No
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
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Manual focus
Yes
vs
No
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
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HDMI out
HDMI out
vs
None
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
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More dots on screen
614k
vs
230k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
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Hot shoe
Hot shoe
vs
None
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
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Shoots 60p video
Yes
vs
No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
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Bulb shutter
Bulb
vs
No bulb
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
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Higher extended ISO
12800
vs
1600 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility
Nikon L26 advantages over Olympus E-P3
Similarities
Common Weaknesses
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Focus peaking
Neither provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
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Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
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Eye-level viewfinder
Neither provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
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Touchscreen
Neither provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
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In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
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Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
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Built-in Wi-Fi
Neither provide
Share your photos wirelessly
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Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
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Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
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On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
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Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
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External Mic Jack
Neither provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
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Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
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Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
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Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos
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Review Excerpt
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Extremely fast autofocus; Pop-up flash and AF-assist lamp; Full HD recording; wisely limited focus for touchscreen; excellent print quality results; removable grip.
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Larger than some competitors (see E-PL3 if you prefer a smaller camera); strong noise suppression; touchscreen easily activated by mistake; list of options is overwhelming; shoulder strap D-rings are noisy.
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Read our Olympus E-P3 Review
The Competition
Compared to Olympus E-P2
Olympus
E-P3
Olympus
E-P2
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Less expensive
-
Fast startup
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Less expensive
-
Internal flash
-
Larger sensor
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Eye-level viewfinder
Compared to Olympus E-PL2
Olympus
E-P3
Olympus
E-PL2
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Fast startup
-
More dots on screen
Compared to Fujifilm AX300
Olympus
E-P3
Fujifilm
AX300
Compared to Olympus E-PL3
Olympus
E-P3
Olympus
E-PL3
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Fast startup
-
Internal flash
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Less expensive
-
Tiltable Screen
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Less expensive
-
Internal flash
Compared to Fujifilm AX550
Olympus
E-P3
Fujifilm
AX550
