Canon 1000D vs Olympus E-620
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Canon 1000D vs Olympus E-620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 502g - 126 x 98 x 65mm
- Released July 2008
- Alternate Name is EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital
- Successor is Canon 1100D
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 500g - 130 x 94 x 60mm
- Launched July 2009

Canon 1000D vs Olympus E-620 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Canon 1000D vs Olympus E-620, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the 1000D (10MP) and the E-620 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the 1000D (APS-C) and E-620 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The 1000D was released 11 months before the E-620 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 1000D grades versus the E-620 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 1000D vs Olympus E-620 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 1000D and Olympus E-620. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1000D Gallery and Olympus E-620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1000D over the Olympus E-620
1000D | E-620 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-620 over the Canon 1000D
E-620 | 1000D | |||
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Launched | July 2009 | ![]() | July 2008 | More recent by 11 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon 1000D and Olympus E-620
1000D | E-620 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon 1000D vs Olympus E-620 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you should 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") and a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-620 has measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
Check out the Canon 1000D vs Olympus E-620 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the 1000D vs the E-620.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1000D and E-620 is 70 and 71 respectively.

Canon 1000D vs Olympus E-620 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1000D and E-620.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1000D featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus E-620 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older 1000D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon 1000D vs Olympus E-620 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1000D vs Olympus E-620 Specifications
Canon EOS 1000D | Olympus E-620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon EOS 1000D | Olympus E-620 |
Also called | EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital | - |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2008-07-22 | 2009-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 328.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3888 x 2592 | 4032 x 3024 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 7 | 7 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 326 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | HyperCrystal LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | 0.48x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Fill-in, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 502 grams (1.11 lb) | 500 grams (1.10 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 98 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") | 130 x 94 x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 62 | 55 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.0 | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 719 | 536 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 shots | 500 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $160 | $799 |