Canon 1000D vs Olympus E-520

Below is a in depth analysis of the Canon 1000D vs Olympus E-520, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the 1000D (10MP) and the E-520 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the 1000D (APS-C) and E-520 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1000D was revealed within a month of the E-520 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 1000D scores vs the E-520 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 1000D & Olympus E-520. The full galleries are available at Canon 1000D Gallery & Olympus E-520 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 1000D features exterior measurements of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) while the Olympus E-520 has measurements of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the 1000D vs the E-520.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 1000D and E-520 is 70 and 68 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1000D and E-520.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The 1000D uses the bigger sensor which should make achieving bokeh less difficult.