Canon 5D MIV vs Olympus E-500

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon 5D MIV vs Olympus E-500, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and E-500 (8MP) and the 5D MIV (Full frame) and E-500 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The 5D MIV was manufactured 11 years after the E-500 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 5D MIV scores versus the E-500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & Olympus E-500. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 5D MIV Gallery & Olympus E-500 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 5D MIV has physical measurements of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) while 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).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 5D MIV and the E-500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5D MIV and E-500 is 55 and 70 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 5D MIV and E-500.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 5D MIV because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon 5D MIV will offer you more detail due to its extra 22MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger 5D MIV will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.