Olympus E-420 vs Olympus E-M1 II

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Olympus E-420 versus Olympus E-M1 II, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Olympus. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-420 (10MP) and E-M1 II (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-420 was introduced 9 years prior to the E-M1 II which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-420 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus E-M1 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E-420 matches up against the E-M1 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-420 and Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-420 Gallery and Olympus E-M1 II Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-420 offers exterior dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M1 II has measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") along with a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-420 versus Olympus E-M1 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the E-420 and the E-M1 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-420 and E-M1 II is 77 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-420 and E-M1 II.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus E-M1 II to produce extra detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged E-420 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.