Olympus E-620 vs Sony A560

Below is a thorough analysis of the Olympus E-620 versus Sony A560, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the E-620 (12MP) and the A560 (14MP) is very similar but the E-620 (Four Thirds) and A560 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-620 was introduced 13 months earlier than the A560 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the E-620 grades against the A560 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-620 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-620 Gallery and Sony A560 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-620 has exterior dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Sony A560 has dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-620 versus Sony A560 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the E-620 and the A560.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-620 and A560 is 71 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The photograph here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-620 and A560.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The E-620 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A560 will offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older E-620 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.