Olympus E-420 vs Sony A200

The following is a in depth review of the Olympus E-420 versus Sony A200, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-420 (10MP) and the A200 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the E-420 (Four Thirds) and A200 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-420 was unveiled at a similar time to the A200 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the E-420 scores against the A200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-420 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-420 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-420 provides outer measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A200 has measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-420 versus Sony A200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the E-420 and the A200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-420 and A200 is 77 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-420 and A200.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The E-420 has got the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF harder.