Nikon D3000 vs Olympus E-420
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Nikon D3000 vs Olympus E-420 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 536g - 126 x 97 x 64mm
- Introduced December 2009
- Superseded the Nikon D40
- Updated by Nikon D3100
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 426g - 130 x 91 x 53mm
- Revealed June 2008
- Replaced the Olympus E-410
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Let's look more closely at the Nikon D3000 versus Olympus E-420, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the D3000 (10MP) and the E-420 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the D3000 (APS-C) and E-420 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe D3000 was revealed 18 months after the E-420 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the D3000 scores versus the E-420 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3000 & Olympus E-420. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D3000 Gallery & Olympus E-420 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3000 over the Olympus E-420
| D3000 | E-420 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | December 2009 |  | June 2008 | Newer by 18 months |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-420 over the Nikon D3000
| E-420 | D3000 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon D3000 and Olympus E-420
| D3000 | E-420 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D3000 vs Olympus E-420 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D3000 enjoys outer measurements of 126mm x 97mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") having a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-420 has specifications of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
See the Nikon D3000 versus Olympus E-420 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the D3000 compared to the E-420.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D3000 and E-420 is 69 and 77 respectively.
Nikon D3000 vs Olympus E-420 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D3000 and E-420.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The D3000 offers the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The more recent D3000 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon D3000 vs Olympus E-420 Specifications
| Nikon D3000 | Olympus E-420 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon D3000 | Olympus E-420 |
| Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
| Introduced | 2009-12-11 | 2008-06-23 |
| Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed | TruePic III |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
| Full resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 3 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
| Number of lenses | 309 | 45 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.46x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 4.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/180s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Max video resolution | None | None |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 536 gr (1.18 pounds) | 426 gr (0.94 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 126 x 97 x 64mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") | 130 x 91 x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 62 | 56 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | 21.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.1 | 10.4 |
| DXO Low light rating | 563 | 527 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 500 shots | 500 shots |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL9a | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $0 | $999 |
