Nikon D100 vs Olympus E-330

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon D100 and Olympus E-330, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the D100 (6MP) and the E-330 (7MP) is relatively well matched but the D100 (APS-C) and E-330 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The D100 was manufactured 4 years prior to the E-330 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the D100 scores against the E-330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D100 and Olympus E-330. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon D100 Gallery and Olympus E-330 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D100 has exterior dimensions of 144mm x 116mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) and the Olympus E-330 has dimensions of 140mm x 87mm x 72mm (5.5" x 3.4" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D100 and Olympus E-330 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the D100 against the E-330.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the D100 and E-330 is 58 and 65 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D100 and E-330.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D100 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-330 will give you greater detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older D100 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.