Olympus E-410 vs Olympus E-PL9

Here, we are looking at the Olympus E-410 vs Olympus E-PL9, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Olympus. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-410 (10MP) and E-PL9 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The E-410 was revealed 11 years prior to the E-PL9 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-410 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus E-PL9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the E-410 grades versus the E-PL9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-410 and Olympus PEN E-PL9. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-410 Gallery and Olympus E-PL9 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-410 has exterior measurements 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 Olympus E-PL9 has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-410 vs Olympus E-PL9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the E-410 compared to the E-PL9.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-410 and E-PL9 is 77 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-410 and E-PL9.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus E-PL9 to offer extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E-410 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.