Nikon D100 vs Olympus E-300

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon D100 and Olympus E-300, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the D100 (6MP) and E-300 (8MP) and the D100 (APS-C) and E-300 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The D100 was revealed 3 years prior to the E-300 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the D100 scores against the E-300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D100 & Olympus E-300. The full galleries are available at Nikon D100 Gallery & Olympus E-300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon D100 provides physical dimensions of 144mm x 116mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) and the Olympus E-300 has sizing of 147mm x 85mm x 64mm (5.8" x 3.3" x 2.5") having a weight of 624 grams (1.38 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D100 and Olympus E-300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the D100 compared to the E-300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D100 and E-300 is 58 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the D100 and E-300.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D100 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Olympus E-300 will produce more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older D100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.