Olympus E-450 vs Panasonic LX100

Let's look more closely at the Olympus E-450 and Panasonic LX100, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the E-450 (10MP) and LX100 (13MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The E-450 was launched 6 years prior to the LX100 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-450 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the E-450 grades vs the LX100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-450 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-450 Gallery and Panasonic LX100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-450 has got exterior measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX100 has proportions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") along with a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-450 and Panasonic LX100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the E-450 and the LX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the E-450 and LX100 is 77 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-450 and LX100.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic LX100 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-450 is going to be behind in sensor technology.