Canon 1D X III vs Olympus E-500
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Canon 1D X III vs Olympus E-500 Key Specs
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- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Push to 819200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 5472 x 2886 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1440g - 158 x 168 x 83mm
- Announced January 2020
- Superseded the Canon 1D X II
(Full Review)
- 8MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 400 (Boost to 1600)
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 479g - 130 x 95 x 66mm
- Launched October 2005
- Alternative Name is EVOLT E-500
- Successor is Olympus E-510
Canon 1D X III vs Olympus E-500 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Canon 1D X III and Olympus E-500, former being a Pro DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Canon and Olympus. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1D X III (20MP) and E-500 (8MP) and the 1D X III (Full frame) and E-500 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizing.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe 1D X III was revealed 14 years later than the E-500 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon 1D X III being a Large SLR camera and the Olympus E-500 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the 1D X III scores vs the E-500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 1D X III vs Olympus E-500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D X Mark III & Olympus E-500. The full galleries are available at Canon 1D X III Gallery & Olympus E-500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D X III over the Olympus E-500
1D X III | E-500 | |||
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Launched | January 2020 | October 2005 | Fresher by 174 months | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 215k | Clearer display (+1885k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-500 over the Canon 1D X III
E-500 | 1D X III |
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Common features in the Canon 1D X III and Olympus E-500
1D X III | E-500 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon 1D X III vs Olympus E-500 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D X III offers outer measurements of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 1440 grams (3.17 lbs) and the Olympus E-500 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 66mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 479 grams (1.06 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 1D X III and Olympus E-500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 1D X III versus the E-500.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D X III and E-500 is 50 and 70 respectively.
Canon 1D X III vs Olympus E-500 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The visual here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D X III and E-500.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1D X III having a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon 1D X III will give greater detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern 1D X III should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Canon 1D X III vs Olympus E-500 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D X Mark III | Olympus E-500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon EOS-1D X Mark III | Olympus E-500 |
Also referred to as | - | EVOLT E-500 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2020-01-07 | 2005-10-21 |
Body design | Large SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic X | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 8 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3264 x 2448 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 819200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 191 | 3 |
Cross focus points | 155 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 250 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 2,100k dot | 215k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.45x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 5472 X 2886 (60p, 30p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 50p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p) | - |
Highest video resolution | 5472x2886 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1440 gr (3.17 pounds) | 479 gr (1.06 pounds) |
Dimensions | 158 x 168 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") | 130 x 95 x 66mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 2850 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Built-in | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual CFexpress type B | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Launch pricing | $6,499 | $600 |