Canon 760D vs Olympus E-620

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon 760D vs Olympus E-620, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the 760D (24MP) and E-620 (12MP) and the 760D (APS-C) and E-620 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The 760D was brought out 5 years later than the E-620 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 760D matches up versus the E-620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 760D & Olympus E-620. The entire galleries are available at Canon 760D Gallery & Olympus E-620 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 760D features physical measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Olympus E-620 has measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 760D versus the E-620.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 760D and E-620 is 66 and 71 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 760D and E-620.

All in all, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 760D because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Canon 760D will deliver greater detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer 760D is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.