Olympus E-420 vs Olympus FE-25

Here, we will be matching up the Olympus E-420 versus Olympus FE-25, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are produced by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-420 (10MP) and the FE-25 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the E-420 (Four Thirds) and FE-25 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The E-420 was launched 6 months prior to the FE-25 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-420 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus FE-25 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the E-420 scores versus the FE-25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-420 and Olympus FE-25. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-420 Gallery and Olympus FE-25 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-420 has got outer measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-25 has measurements of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-420 versus Olympus FE-25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the E-420 compared to the FE-25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-420 and FE-25 is 77 and 98 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-420 and FE-25.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The E-420 comes with the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF easier.