Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic FX48

In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic FX48, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-400 (10MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is very comparable but the E-400 (Four Thirds) and FX48 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The E-400 was announced 3 years prior to the FX48 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-400 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the E-400 grades versus the FX48 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-400 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-400 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-400 enjoys exterior dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Panasonic FX48 has proportions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic FX48 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the E-400 compared to the FX48.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the E-400 and FX48 is 77 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-400 and FX48.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-400 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic FX48 will show more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older E-400 will be behind in sensor technology.