Olympus E-520 weighs
552 g (1.22 lb / 19.47 oz) and has external dimensions of
136 x 92 x 68 mm (5.35 x 3.62 x 2.68″). Considering that the average weight of DSLR type cameras is 773g, Olympus E-520 is a remarkably light camera for its class. With a thickness of 68mm, it has an average thickness for its class.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Olympus E-520, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Physical size of the Olympus E-520 Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Now let's compare Olympus E-520 size with the camera that it replaced: Olympus E-510. As depicted on the comparison image, and have the exact same height, width and thickness.
Comparison image of Olympus E-520 and Olympus E-510 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Olympus E-520 with its main competitors:
Olympus E-520 Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Olympus E-520 doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top DSLR Cameras with Weather Sealing page.