Nikon D5600 vs Olympus E-620

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon D5600 vs Olympus E-620, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the D5600 (24MP) and E-620 (12MP) and the D5600 (APS-C) and E-620 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor measurements.

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The D5600 was brought out 7 years later than the E-620 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the D5600 scores against the E-620 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D5600 and Olympus E-620. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D5600 Gallery and Olympus E-620 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D5600 offers exterior dimensions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-620 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D5600 vs Olympus E-620 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the D5600 vs the E-620.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D5600 and E-620 is 70 and 71 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D5600 and E-620.

All in all, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D5600 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon D5600 will render more detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer D5600 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.