Nikon D500 vs Olympus E-5
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Nikon D500 vs Olympus E-5 Key Specs
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 1640000)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 860g - 147 x 115 x 81mm
- Launched January 2016
- Replaced the Nikon D300S
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- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 800g - 143 x 117 x 75mm
- Launched February 2011
- Replaced the Olympus E-3
Nikon D500 vs Olympus E-5 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Nikon D500 and Olympus E-5, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the D500 (21MP) and E-5 (12MP) and the D500 (APS-C) and E-5 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe D500 was unveiled 4 years after the E-5 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the D500 matches up vs the E-5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D500 vs Olympus E-5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D500 & Olympus E-5. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D500 Gallery & Olympus E-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D500 over the Olympus E-5
D500 | E-5 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | February 2011 | More modern by 60 months | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2359k | 920k | Sharper display (+1439k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-5 over the Nikon D500
E-5 | D500 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon D500 and Olympus E-5
D500 | E-5 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus |
Nikon D500 vs Olympus E-5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D500 features exterior measurements of 147mm x 115mm x 81mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 3.2") along with a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-5 has measurements of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D500 and Olympus E-5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the D500 vs the E-5.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D500 and E-5 is 56 and 58 respectively.
Nikon D500 vs Olympus E-5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The image underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D500 and E-5.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D500 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon D500 will deliver more detail having an extra 9MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent D500 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon D500 vs Olympus E-5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon D500 vs Olympus E-5 Specifications
Nikon D500 | Olympus E-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon D500 | Olympus E-5 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2011-02-03 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 5 | TruePic V+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4032 x 3024 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 1640000 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 153 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 99 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 309 | 45 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,359 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | HyperCrystal transmissive LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.66x | 0.58x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 18.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4K (UHD) 30p/25p/24p, 1080/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p, 720/60p/50p | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 860 gr (1.90 pounds) | 800 gr (1.76 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 115 x 81mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 3.2") | 143 x 117 x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 84 | 56 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.1 | 21.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.0 | 10.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 1324 | 519 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1240 images | 870 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | BLM-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | XQD/SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compliant) | Compact Flash (Type I or II)/SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Price at release | $1,497 | $1,700 |