Olympus E-450 vs Olympus 6020

Below, we will be matching up the Olympus E-450 and Olympus 6020, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Waterproof and both are created by Olympus. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the E-450 (10MP) and 6020 (13MP) and the E-450 (Four Thirds) and 6020 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The E-450 was brought out 10 months prior to the 6020 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-450 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the E-450 grades against the 6020 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-450 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6020. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-450 Gallery and Olympus 6020 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-450 features outer measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Olympus 6020 has dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-450 and Olympus 6020 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the E-450 vs the 6020.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-450 and 6020 is 77 and 95 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-450 and 6020.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-450 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Olympus 6020 will give you extra detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged E-450 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.