Canon 5D vs Olympus E-500
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Canon 5D vs Olympus E-500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 895g - 152 x 113 x 75mm
- Announced November 2005
- Renewed by Canon 5D MII
(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
- Released October 2005
- Additionally Known as EVOLT E-500
- New Model is Olympus E-510

Canon 5D vs Olympus E-500 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Canon 5D vs Olympus E-500, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the 5D (13MP) and E-500 (8MP) and the 5D (Full frame) and E-500 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor measurements.

The 5D was launched within a month of the E-500 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the 5D scores against the E-500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 5D vs Olympus E-500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5D and Olympus E-500. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 5D Gallery and Olympus E-500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 5D over the Olympus E-500
5D | E-500 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 215k | Clearer display (+15k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-500 over the Canon 5D
E-500 | 5D |
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Common features in the Canon 5D and Olympus E-500
5D | E-500 | |||
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Released | November 2005 | ![]() | October 2005 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Identical display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon 5D vs Olympus E-500 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 5D features outer 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) while the Olympus E-500 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 66mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 479 grams (1.06 lbs).
Analyze the Canon 5D vs Olympus E-500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the 5D vs the E-500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5D and E-500 is 55 and 70 respectively.

Canon 5D vs Olympus E-500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D and E-500.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 5D featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon 5D will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.

Canon 5D vs Olympus E-500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 5D vs Olympus E-500 Specifications
Canon EOS 5D | Olympus E-500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon EOS 5D | Olympus E-500 |
Alternative name | - | EVOLT E-500 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2005-11-12 | 2005-10-21 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 8 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4368 x 2912 | 3264 x 2448 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 250 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 215k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.45x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | External | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 895 grams (1.97 lb) | 479 grams (1.06 lb) |
Dimensions | 152 x 113 x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") | 130 x 95 x 66mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
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 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP-511A | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $2,780 | $600 |