Canon 1100D vs Olympus E-520

Below, we are analyzing the Canon 1100D versus Olympus E-520, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the 1100D (12MP) and the E-520 (10MP) is fairly close but the 1100D (APS-C) and E-520 (Four Thirds) use different sensor measurements.

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The 1100D was brought out 2 years later than the E-520 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 1100D matches up versus the E-520 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 1100D and Olympus E-520. The entire galleries are available at Canon 1100D Gallery and Olympus E-520 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 1100D has outside measurements of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-520 has sizing of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Examine the Canon 1100D versus Olympus E-520 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the 1100D against the E-520.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1100D and E-520 is 67 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1100D and E-520.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1100D because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon 1100D will provide you with extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher 1100D should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.