Olympus E-450 vs Olympus E-510

Lets look more closely at the Olympus E-450 vs Olympus E-510, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both designed by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-450 (10MP) and the E-510 (10MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-450 was launched 17 months later than the E-510 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-450 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus E-510 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the E-450 matches up vs the E-510 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-450 and Olympus E-510. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-450 Gallery and Olympus E-510 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-450 comes with physical measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Olympus E-510 has specifications of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-450 vs Olympus E-510 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-450 compared to the E-510.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the E-450 and E-510 is 77 and 69 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-450 and E-510.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer E-450 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.