Olympus E-410 vs Panasonic FZ28

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus E-410 and Panasonic FZ28, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-410 (10MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is relatively close but the E-410 (Four Thirds) and FZ28 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The E-410 was revealed 19 months prior to the FZ28 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-410 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the E-410 matches up vs the FZ28 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-410 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-410 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-410 provides exterior dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") along with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the E-410 and the FZ28.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-410 and FZ28 is 77 and 72 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-410 and FZ28.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The E-410 provides the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The more aged E-410 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.