Olympus E-420 vs Sony A560

Below is a in depth comparison of the Olympus E-420 vs Sony A560, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the E-420 (10MP) and A560 (14MP) and the E-420 (Four Thirds) and A560 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-420 was introduced 3 years before the A560 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E-420 scores against the A560 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-420 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-420 Gallery and Sony A560 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-420 enjoys exterior dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A560 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-420 vs Sony A560 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the E-420 against the A560.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-420 and A560 is 77 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The photograph here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-420 and A560.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E-420 with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony A560 will give you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older E-420 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.