Olympus E-600 vs Olympus E-PL1

Following is a complete analysis of the Olympus E-600 and Olympus E-PL1, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Olympus. The resolution of the E-600 (12MP) and the E-PL1 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The E-600 was released 8 months before the E-PL1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus E-PL1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the E-600 matches up vs the E-PL1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-600 & Olympus PEN E-PL1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-600 Gallery & Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-600 features outside dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL1 has specifications of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-600 and Olympus E-PL1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the E-600 compared to the E-PL1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-600 and E-PL1 is 71 and 86 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The picture below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-600 and E-PL1.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures though you would want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged E-600 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.