Olympus E-450 vs Olympus E-PL6

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus E-450 vs Olympus E-PL6, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are produced by Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-450 (10MP) and E-PL6 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The E-450 was introduced 6 years earlier than the E-PL6 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-450 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus E-PL6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the E-450 scores against the E-PL6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-450 and Olympus PEN E-PL6. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-450 Gallery and Olympus E-PL6 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-450 offers external measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Olympus E-PL6 has sizing of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-450 vs Olympus E-PL6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the E-450 against the E-PL6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-450 and E-PL6 is 77 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The picture here should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-450 and E-PL6.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus E-PL6 to deliver greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged E-450 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.