Olympus E-600 vs Olympus 550WP

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus E-600 vs Olympus 550WP, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Olympus. The resolution of the E-600 (12MP) and the 550WP (10MP) is pretty comparable but the E-600 (Four Thirds) and 550WP (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The E-600 was released 8 months later than the 550WP which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus 550WP being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E-600 matches up vs the 550WP in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-600 & Olympus Stylus 550WP. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-600 Gallery & Olympus 550WP Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-600 enjoys exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") and a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Olympus 550WP has proportions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the E-600 against the 550WP.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-600 and 550WP is 71 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-600 and 550WP.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-600 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-600 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher E-600 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.