Olympus E-520 vs Olympus E-600
68 Imaging
44 Features
45 Overall
44


71 Imaging
47 Features
50 Overall
48
Olympus E-520 vs Olympus E-600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 552g - 136 x 92 x 68mm
- Revealed August 2008
- Replaced the Olympus E-510
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 515g - 130 x 94 x 60mm
- Revealed August 2009

Olympus E-520 vs Olympus E-600 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Olympus E-520 versus Olympus E-600, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-520 (10MP) and the E-600 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

The E-520 was unveiled 12 months before the E-600 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-520 scores versus the E-600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus E-520 vs Olympus E-600 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-520 and Olympus E-600. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-520 Gallery and Olympus E-600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-520 over the Olympus E-600
E-520 | E-600 |
---|
Reasons to pick Olympus E-600 over the Olympus E-520
E-600 | E-520 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | August 2009 | ![]() | August 2008 | More modern by 12 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Olympus E-520 and Olympus E-600
E-520 | E-600 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Olympus E-520 vs Olympus E-600 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-520 features physical dimensions of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Olympus E-600 has sizing of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") along with a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus E-520 versus Olympus E-600 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the E-520 vs the E-600.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-520 and E-600 is 68 and 71 respectively.

Olympus E-520 vs Olympus E-600 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-520 and E-600.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Olympus E-600 to show more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged E-520 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus E-520 vs Olympus E-600 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Olympus E-520 vs Olympus E-600 Specifications
Olympus E-520 | Olympus E-600 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus E-520 | Olympus E-600 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2008-08-20 | 2009-08-30 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4032 x 3024 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 3 | 7 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 45 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | HyperCrystal LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | 0.48x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Fill-in, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 552 grams (1.22 pounds) | 515 grams (1.14 pounds) |
Dimensions | 136 x 92 x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 130 x 94 x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 55 | 55 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.4 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 548 | 541 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 photos | 500 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $400 | $0 |