Olympus E-620 vs Panasonic FS42

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-620 versus Panasonic FS42, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-620 (12MP) and the FS42 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the E-620 (Four Thirds) and FS42 (1/2.5") come with totally different sensor size.

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The E-620 was launched 3 months after the FS42 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-620 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the E-620 scores versus the FS42 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-620 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-620 Gallery and Panasonic FS42 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-620 provides outer dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic FS42 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-620 versus Panasonic FS42 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the E-620 vs the FS42.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-620 and FS42 is 71 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-620 and FS42.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-620 due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Olympus E-620 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively.