Canon 77D vs Olympus E-3

Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon 77D and Olympus E-3, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Canon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the 77D (24MP) and E-3 (10MP) and the 77D (APS-C) and E-3 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.

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The 77D was introduced 9 years later than the E-3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 77D grades vs the E-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 77D and Olympus E-3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 77D Gallery and Olympus E-3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon 77D has got outer measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Olympus E-3 has specifications of 142mm x 116mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 77D and Olympus E-3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the 77D versus the E-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 77D and E-3 is 66 and 56 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 77D and E-3.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 77D using its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon 77D will render extra detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer 77D is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.