Olympus E-330 vs Olympus E-PM1

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-330 vs Olympus E-PM1, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the E-330 (7MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The E-330 was introduced 6 years prior to the E-PM1 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-330 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the E-330 grades against the E-PM1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-330 and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-330 Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-330 features exterior measurements of 140mm x 87mm x 72mm (5.5" x 3.4" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM1 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-330 vs Olympus E-PM1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the E-330 versus the E-PM1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-330 and E-PM1 is 65 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The visual below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-330 and E-PM1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Olympus E-PM1 to offer you greater detail using its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older E-330 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.