Olympus E-400 vs Olympus E-420

In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus E-400 and Olympus E-420, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both are designed by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-400 (10MP) and the E-420 (10MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-400 was launched 21 months before the E-420 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the E-400 grades versus the E-420 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-400 and Olympus E-420. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-400 Gallery and Olympus E-420 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus E-400 enjoys exterior dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") having a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Olympus E-420 has specifications of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the E-400 compared to the E-420.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-400 and E-420 is 77 and 77 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-400 and E-420.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older E-400 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.