Nikon D40X vs Olympus E-600

The following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon D40X versus Olympus E-600, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the D40X (10MP) and the E-600 (12MP) is very comparable but the D40X (APS-C) and E-600 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D40X was released 3 years earlier than the E-600 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the D40X matches up versus the E-600 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D40X and Olympus E-600. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D40X Gallery and Olympus E-600 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D40X offers exterior dimensions of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs) and the Olympus E-600 has dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") along with a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs).

Check out the Nikon D40X versus Olympus E-600 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the D40X vs the E-600.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D40X and E-600 is 71 and 71 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D40X and E-600.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D40X because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Olympus E-600 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged D40X will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.