Olympus E-600 vs Olympus E-PM1

Following is a in-depth review of the Olympus E-600 vs Olympus E-PM1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-600 (12MP) and the E-PM1 (12MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The E-600 was manufactured 3 years before the E-PM1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the E-600 scores versus the E-PM1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-600 and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-600 Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-600 features outer measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM1 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-600 vs Olympus E-PM1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the E-600 vs the E-PM1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the E-600 and E-PM1 is 71 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-600 and E-PM1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged E-600 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.