Nikon D300S vs Olympus E-5

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Nikon D300S vs Olympus E-5, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the D300S (12MP) and the E-5 (12MP) is fairly close but the D300S (APS-C) and E-5 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The D300S was revealed 14 months earlier than the E-5 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the D300S grades against the E-5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D300S and Olympus E-5. The full galleries are available at Nikon D300S Gallery and Olympus E-5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon D300S enjoys exterior measurements of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-5 has sizing of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the D300S compared to the E-5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D300S and E-5 is 55 and 58 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D300S and E-5.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The D300S provides the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The older D300S will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.