Olympus E-PL9 vs Olympus VH-410

Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus E-PL9 vs Olympus VH-410, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Olympus. The sensor resolution of the E-PL9 (16MP) and the VH-410 (16MP) is pretty similar but the E-PL9 (Four Thirds) and VH-410 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The E-PL9 was introduced 5 years later than the VH-410 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-PL9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus VH-410 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the E-PL9 scores against the VH-410 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-PL9 & Olympus VH-410. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL9 Gallery & Olympus VH-410 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-PL9 offers outer dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Olympus VH-410 has specifications of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-PL9 vs Olympus VH-410 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the E-PL9 and the VH-410.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PL9 and VH-410 is 85 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL9 and VH-410.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The E-PL9 includes the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field easier. The fresher E-PL9 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.