Canon 300D vs Olympus SP-100

Let's look more closely at the Canon 300D versus Olympus SP-100, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the 300D (6MP) and SP-100 (16MP) and the 300D (APS-C) and SP-100 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The 300D was manufactured 11 years earlier than the SP-100 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon 300D being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the 300D grades against the SP-100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 300D and Olympus Stylus SP-100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 300D Gallery and Olympus SP-100 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon 300D offers exterior measurements of 142mm x 99mm x 72mm (5.6" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 645 grams (1.42 lbs) while the Olympus SP-100 has proportions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") and a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 300D versus Olympus SP-100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the 300D compared to the SP-100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 300D and SP-100 is 63 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 300D and SP-100.

As you can see, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 300D due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Olympus SP-100 will give you more detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older 300D is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.