Olympus E-420 vs Olympus E-600

On this page, we are reviewing the Olympus E-420 versus Olympus E-600, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-420 (10MP) and the E-600 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The E-420 was released 14 months before the E-600 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the E-420 matches up vs the E-600 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-420 and Olympus E-600. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-420 Gallery and Olympus E-600 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-420 features exterior dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Olympus E-600 has measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-420 vs the E-600.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-420 and E-600 is 77 and 71 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-420 and E-600.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus E-600 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older E-420 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.