Nikon D40X vs Olympus E-620

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon D40X versus Olympus E-620, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the D40X (10MP) and the E-620 (12MP) is very close but the D40X (APS-C) and E-620 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The D40X was revealed 3 years before the E-620 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the D40X matches up vs the E-620 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D40X and Olympus E-620. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D40X Gallery and Olympus E-620 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D40X enjoys external measurements of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") having a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Olympus E-620 has measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D40X versus Olympus E-620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the D40X versus the E-620.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the D40X and E-620 is 71 and 71 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D40X and E-620.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The D40X using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Olympus E-620 will render more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged D40X will be behind with regard to sensor tech.