Canon 6D vs Olympus E-3
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Canon 6D vs Olympus E-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 770g - 145 x 111 x 71mm
- Launched February 2013
- New Model is Canon 6D MII
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 890g - 142 x 116 x 75mm
- Launched February 2008
- Replaced the Olympus E-1
- New Model is Olympus E-5

Canon 6D vs Olympus E-3 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Canon 6D versus Olympus E-3, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and E-3 (10MP) and the 6D (Full frame) and E-3 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

The 6D was unveiled 5 years after the E-3 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the 6D grades versus the E-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 6D vs Olympus E-3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 6D and Olympus E-3. The full galleries are provided at Canon 6D Gallery and Olympus E-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 6D over the Olympus E-3
6D | E-3 | |||
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Launched | February 2013 | ![]() | February 2008 | Newer by 61 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-3 over the Canon 6D
E-3 | 6D | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon 6D and Olympus E-3
6D | E-3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon 6D vs Olympus E-3 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 6D has got physical measurements of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-3 has sizing of 142mm x 116mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs).
Look at the Canon 6D versus Olympus E-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the 6D against the E-3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 6D and E-3 is 59 and 56 respectively.

Canon 6D vs Olympus E-3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 6D and E-3.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 6D with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon 6D will offer you more detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent 6D provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon 6D vs Olympus E-3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 6D vs Olympus E-3 Specifications
Canon EOS 6D | Olympus E-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon EOS 6D | Olympus E-3 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2013-02-12 | 2008-02-20 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5+ | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 250 | 45 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.58x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.5 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 13.00 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 770 gr (1.70 lb) | 890 gr (1.96 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 145 x 111 x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") | 142 x 116 x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 82 | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.8 | 21.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.1 | 10.5 |
DXO Low light score | 2340 | 571 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1090 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LP-E6 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $1,699 | $670 |