Canon 350D vs Olympus E-520

The following is a complete analysis of the Canon 350D vs Olympus E-520, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the 350D (8MP) and the E-520 (10MP) is pretty similar but the 350D (APS-C) and E-520 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The 350D was introduced 4 years earlier than the E-520 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the 350D matches up against the E-520 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 350D and Olympus E-520. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 350D Gallery and Olympus E-520 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 350D comes with outside measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Olympus E-520 has dimensions of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Check the Canon 350D vs Olympus E-520 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 350D against the E-520.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 350D and E-520 is 70 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 350D and E-520.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 350D having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Olympus E-520 will offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged 350D is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.