Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300
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![Canon EOS 5D front Canon EOS 5D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-EOS-5D.jpg)
![Olympus E-300 front Olympus E-300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Olympus-E-300.jpg)
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41 Features
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Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 895g - 152 x 113 x 75mm
- Announced November 2005
- Successor is Canon 5D MII
(Full Review)
- 8MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 400 (Boost to 1600)
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 624g - 147 x 85 x 64mm
- Launched January 2005
- Also Known as EVOLT E-300
- Successor is Olympus E-330
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Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Canon 5D versus Olympus E-300, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the 5D (13MP) and E-300 (8MP) and the 5D (Full frame) and E-300 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizing.
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The 5D was brought out 11 months later than the E-300 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 5D scores against the E-300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5D and Olympus E-300. The entire galleries are available at Canon 5D Gallery and Olympus E-300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 5D over the Olympus E-300
5D | E-300 | |||
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Launched | November 2005 | ![]() | January 2005 | Fresher by 11 months |
Display dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 134k | Clearer display (+96k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-300 over the Canon 5D
E-300 | 5D |
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Common features in the Canon 5D and Olympus E-300
5D | E-300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 5D has got external dimensions of 152mm x 113mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Olympus E-300 has proportions of 147mm x 85mm x 64mm (5.8" x 3.3" x 2.5") having a weight of 624 grams (1.38 lbs).
Compare the Canon 5D versus Olympus E-300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the 5D against the E-300.
![Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 size comparison Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-5D-vs-Olympus-E-300-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 5D and E-300 is 55 and 67 respectively.
![Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 top view buttons comparison Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-5D-vs-Olympus-E-300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D and E-300.
Clearly, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 5D because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon 5D will give more detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent 5D should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 sensor size comparison Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-5D-vs-Olympus-E-300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-5D-vs-Olympus-E-300-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon 5D vs Olympus E-300 Specifications
Canon EOS 5D | Olympus E-300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon EOS 5D | Olympus E-300 |
Otherwise known as | - | EVOLT E-300 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2005-11-12 | 2005-01-10 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic II | - |
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 | 13 megapixels | 8 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4368 x 2912 | 3264 x 2448 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 250 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 1.8" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 134 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | External | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 895g (1.97 lb) | 624g (1.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 152 x 113 x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") | 147 x 85 x 64mm (5.8" x 3.3" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 71 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1368 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 800 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP-511A | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $2,780 | $800 |