Fujifilm X-Pro3vs Nikon Zfcvs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
Fujifilm
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
From £1599
Best for Street, documentary & rangefinder enthusiasts
View Fujifilm X-Pro3
OM System
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
From £699
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
View Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
Which should you buy?
Street, Documentary & Rangefinder Enthusiasts — Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019): The most opinionated camera Fujifilm makes — a hidden screen and hybrid OVF enforce deliberate photography, rewarding photographers who slow down.
Lifestyle, Street & Casual Shooters — Nikon Zfc (2021): Nikon's most beautiful camera — FM2-inspired dials and styling wrapped around a capable modern sensor with Z-mount access.
Travel & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
Who should buy what
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
- You shoot street or documentary photography and value a minimal shooting workflow
- You want a rangefinder experience with modern digital image quality
- You love Fujifilm film simulations and prioritise stills over video
Nikon Zfc (2021)
- You want an APS-C camera with character, physical controls, and a classic look
- You're new to serious photography and want something you'll be motivated to pick up every day
- You appreciate Nikon's FM-inspired retro design in a modern mirrorless package
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- You want a lightweight, sealed camera for travel and outdoor photography
- You're new to Micro Four Thirds and want a capable mid-range body with excellent stabilisation
- Note: consider the newer OM-5 for updated specs in a similar compact form factor
Quick take: The fujifilm x-pro3 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the olympus om-d e-m5 iii is the most affordable; only the fujifilm x-pro3, olympus om-d e-m5 iii are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019) | Nikon Zfc (2021) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,599 | £799 | £699 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.9MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/120p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with subject detection | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | None (lens-based only) | None (lens-based only) | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 11fps mechanical / 20fps electronic | 11fps | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | 440 shots (CIPA) | 300 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 497g body only | 445g body only | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 140.5 × 82.8 × 46.1mm | 134.5 × 93.5 × 43.5mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF — 0.5" OLED, 3.69M dots | 0.39" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" hidden sub-LCD (opens down only) | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Single UHS-I SD | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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