Olympus E-620 vs Olympus E-PM1

Here, we are looking at the Olympus E-620 vs Olympus E-PM1, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-620 (12MP) and the E-PM1 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The E-620 was released 3 years earlier than the E-PM1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-620 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the E-620 matches up against the E-PM1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-620 and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-620 Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-620 provides external measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PM1 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-620 vs Olympus E-PM1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the E-620 vs the E-PM1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-620 and E-PM1 is 71 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-620 and E-PM1.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files though you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older E-620 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.