Olympus E-400 vs Sony S2000

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-400 and Sony S2000, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the E-400 (10MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the E-400 (Four Thirds) and S2000 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The E-400 was brought out 4 years prior to the S2000 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-400 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the E-400 scores vs the S2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-400 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-400 offers physical measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-400 and Sony S2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the E-400 vs the S2000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-400 and S2000 is 77 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The pic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-400 and S2000.

All in all, both cameras provide the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The E-400 uses the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more aged E-400 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.