PEN cameras are a bit faster in terms of auto-focus. As for the lenses, both models (Panasonic's and Olympus's) use the same mount (they can use yhe same lenses)...
Which camera do you recommend for Nathan-Murphy?
Olympus E-PL3 - $399
12.2 MP|Four Thirds CMOS|3" LCD
Panasonic DMC-GF3 - $368
12 MP|Four Thirds CMOS|3" LCD
Summary
| 1 |  | Recommendation for Olympus PEN Lite E-PL3 |
| 0 |  | Recommendations for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 |
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