Canon 50D vs Olympus E-300

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon 50D versus Olympus E-300, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the 50D (15MP) and E-300 (8MP) and the 50D (APS-C) and E-300 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The 50D was introduced 3 years later than the E-300 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 50D grades against the E-300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 50D and Olympus E-300. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 50D Gallery and Olympus E-300 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon 50D has got external measurements of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) and the Olympus E-300 has specifications of 147mm x 85mm x 64mm (5.8" x 3.3" x 2.5") having a weight of 624 grams (1.38 lbs).

Check out the Canon 50D versus Olympus E-300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the 50D compared to the E-300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 50D and E-300 is 57 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 50D and E-300.

As you can see, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 50D with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Canon 50D will deliver extra detail using its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer 50D should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.