Canon SL3 vs Olympus E-400

Its time to look much closer at the Canon SL3 versus Olympus E-400, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the SL3 (24MP) and E-400 (10MP) and the SL3 (APS-C) and E-400 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor size.

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The SL3 was brought out 12 years later than the E-400 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SL3 scores against the E-400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS Rebel SL3 and Olympus E-400. The entire galleries are available at Canon SL3 Gallery and Olympus E-400 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SL3 enjoys outside dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 449 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-400 has proportions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") along with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).

Examine the Canon SL3 versus Olympus E-400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SL3 against the E-400.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SL3 and E-400 is 71 and 77 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The graphic here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL3 and E-400.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SL3 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Canon SL3 will result in greater detail having its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern SL3 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.