Canon 1D X III vs Olympus E-3

Below is a extended analysis of the Canon 1D X III and Olympus E-3, former being a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the 1D X III (20MP) and E-3 (10MP) and the 1D X III (Full frame) and E-3 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1D X III was brought out 12 years later than the E-3 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D X III being a Large SLR camera and the Olympus E-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 1D X III matches up vs the E-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 1D X III has got external dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1440 grams (3.17 lbs) and the Olympus E-3 has sizing of 142mm x 116mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the 1D X III compared to the E-3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D X III and E-3 is 50 and 56 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D X III and E-3.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1D X III because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon 1D X III will show more detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher 1D X III will have an advantage in sensor innovation.