Olympus E-450 vs Sony A200

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-450 versus Sony A200, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-450 (10MP) and the A200 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the E-450 (Four Thirds) and A200 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-450 was launched 9 months after the A200 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the E-450 grades versus the A200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-450 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-450 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-450 comes with physical measurements of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony A200 has measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-450 versus Sony A200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the E-450 versus the A200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-450 and A200 is 77 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-450 and A200.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The E-450 comes with the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The newer E-450 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.