Canon 60Da vs Olympus E-300

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon 60Da and Olympus E-300, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the 60Da (18MP) and E-300 (8MP) and the 60Da (APS-C) and E-300 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The 60Da was revealed 7 years after the E-300 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the 60Da scores versus the E-300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 60Da and Olympus E-300. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 60Da Gallery and Olympus E-300 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 60Da has exterior measurements of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-300 has measurements of 147mm x 85mm x 64mm (5.8" x 3.3" x 2.5") and a weight of 624 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 60Da and Olympus E-300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the 60Da versus the E-300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 60Da and E-300 is 59 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 60Da and E-300.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 60Da using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon 60Da will resolve greater detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger 60Da should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.