Nikon D50 vs Olympus E-3

In this write-up, we are comparing the Nikon D50 vs Olympus E-3, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the D50 (6MP) and E-3 (10MP) and the D50 (APS-C) and E-3 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor size.

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The D50 was revealed 3 years prior to the E-3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the D50 matches up vs the E-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D50 and Olympus E-3. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D50 Gallery and Olympus E-3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon D50 comes with external measurements of 133mm x 102mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-3 has measurements of 142mm x 116mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the D50 vs the E-3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D50 and E-3 is 64 and 56 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The visual here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D50 and E-3.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D50 using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Olympus E-3 will give more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The older D50 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.