Canon 7D vs Olympus E-30

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon 7D and Olympus E-30, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the 7D (18MP) and E-30 (12MP) and the 7D (APS-C) and E-30 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The 7D was introduced 8 months later than the E-30 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 7D scores against the E-30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 7D & Olympus E-30. The whole galleries are available at Canon 7D Gallery & Olympus E-30 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 7D comes with external measurements of 148mm x 111mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") with a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) and the Olympus E-30 has specifications of 142mm x 108mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.3" x 3.0") along with a weight of 695 grams (1.53 lbs).

Examine the Canon 7D and Olympus E-30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the 7D against the E-30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 7D and E-30 is 56 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The graphic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 7D and E-30.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 7D using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon 7D will show greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent 7D should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.