Nikon D3500 vs Olympus E-400

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon D3500 vs Olympus E-400, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the D3500 (24MP) and E-400 (10MP) and the D3500 (APS-C) and E-400 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The D3500 was brought out 12 years after the E-400 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the D3500 scores versus the E-400 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3500 and Olympus E-400. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon D3500 Gallery and Olympus E-400 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D3500 provides physical dimensions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 365 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-400 has dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") having a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D3500 vs Olympus E-400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the D3500 versus the E-400.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the D3500 and E-400 is 72 and 77 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D3500 and E-400.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D3500 due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Nikon D3500 will offer you greater detail having its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer D3500 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.