Olympus E-450 vs Olympus 8010

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus E-450 and Olympus 8010, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Olympus. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-450 (10MP) and 8010 (13MP) and the E-450 (Four Thirds) and 8010 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The E-450 was launched 10 months before the 8010 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-450 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the E-450 scores against the 8010 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-450 and Olympus Stylus Tough 8010. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-450 Gallery and Olympus 8010 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-450 comes with external measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8010 has proportions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Olympus E-450 and Olympus 8010 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-450 versus the 8010.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-450 and 8010 is 77 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The pic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-450 and 8010.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-450 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Olympus 8010 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged E-450 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.