Nikon D40X vs Olympus E-450

In this article, we are contrasting the Nikon D40X versus Olympus E-450, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the D40X (10MP) and the E-450 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the D40X (APS-C) and E-450 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The D40X was brought out 22 months earlier than the E-450 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the D40X scores versus the E-450 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D40X and Olympus E-450. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D40X Gallery and Olympus E-450 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon D40X enjoys outer measurements of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Olympus E-450 has measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D40X versus Olympus E-450 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the D40X vs the E-450.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D40X and E-450 is 71 and 77 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D40X and E-450.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The D40X has got the larger sensor which will make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The older D40X will be behind with regard to sensor tech.