Nikon D500 vs Olympus FE-25

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon D500 versus Olympus FE-25, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the D500 (21MP) and FE-25 (10MP) and the D500 (APS-C) and FE-25 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The D500 was unveiled 7 years after the FE-25 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D500 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Olympus FE-25 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D500 grades vs the FE-25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D500 & Olympus FE-25. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D500 Gallery & Olympus FE-25 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon D500 has got 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) and the Olympus FE-25 has sizing of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the D500 versus the FE-25.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D500 and FE-25 is 56 and 98 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D500 and FE-25.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The D500 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon D500 will give you extra detail having an extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher D500 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.