Olympus E-400 vs Samsung HZ10W

Let's look a little more closely at the Olympus E-400 versus Samsung HZ10W, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-400 (10MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is fairly well matched but the E-400 (Four Thirds) and HZ10W (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The E-400 was unveiled 3 years prior to the HZ10W which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-400 being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the E-400 grades against the HZ10W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-400 & Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-400 Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-400 comes with outer dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ10W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-400 versus Samsung HZ10W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the E-400 against the HZ10W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-400 and HZ10W is 77 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the E-400 and HZ10W.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The E-400 has the larger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The more aged E-400 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.