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Nikon D5000 vs Olympus E-600

Portability
65
Imaging
52
Features
50
Overall
51
Nikon D5000 front
 
Olympus E-600 front
Portability
71
Imaging
47
Features
50
Overall
48

Nikon D5000 vs Olympus E-600 Key Specs

Nikon D5000
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 590g - 127 x 104 x 80mm
  • Launched June 2009
  • Superseded the Nikon D60
  • Replacement is Nikon D5100
Olympus E-600
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 515g - 130 x 94 x 60mm
  • Launched August 2009
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Nikon D5000 vs Olympus E-600 Overview

The following is a extended comparison of the Nikon D5000 vs Olympus E-600, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the D5000 (12MP) and the E-600 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the D5000 (APS-C) and E-600 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The D5000 was introduced 2 months earlier than the E-600 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the D5000 grades versus the E-600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon D5000 over the Olympus E-600

 D5000 E-600 

Reasons to pick Olympus E-600 over the Nikon D5000

 E-600 D5000 

Common features in the Nikon D5000 and Olympus E-600

 D5000 E-600 
LaunchedJune 2009August 2009Same generation
Manually focus Very exact focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Both are selfie friendly
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Nikon D5000 vs Olympus E-600 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon D5000 has got physical measurements of 127mm x 104mm x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Olympus E-600 has sizing of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D5000 vs Olympus E-600 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the D5000 compared to the E-600.

Nikon D5000 vs Olympus E-600 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D5000 and E-600 is 65 and 71 respectively.

Nikon D5000 vs Olympus E-600 top view buttons comparison

Nikon D5000 vs Olympus E-600 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D5000 and E-600.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The D5000 includes the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF easier.

Nikon D5000 vs Olympus E-600 sensor size comparison

Nikon D5000 vs Olympus E-600 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D5000 vs Olympus E-600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon D5000 Portrait photography advice
Olympus E-600 Portrait photography advice
63
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detect autofocus
saves RAW files
low resolution (12 megapixels)
60
has manual focus
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
provides face detection focusing
supports RAW formats
megapixel count low (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Nikon D5000 Street photography factors
Olympus E-600 Street photography factors
66
screen articulates
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
does not have image stabilization
76
screen can move to multiple angles
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
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Sports Comparison

Nikon D5000 Sports photography factors
Olympus E-600 Sports photography factors
42
good sensor size (APS-C)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
low frames per second (4.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
not so great battery (510 per charge)
48
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
comes with phase detect AF
low fps (4.0 frames per second)
megapixel count low (12MP)
terrible battery pack (500 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon D5000 Travel photography highlights
Olympus E-600 Travel photography highlights
56
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
not so great battery (510 shots)
low resolution (12MP)
53
flash built-in
screen is selfie friendly
no Time Lapse function
terrible battery pack (500 per charge)
megapixel count low (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon D5000 Landscape photography details
Olympus E-600 Landscape photography details
52
focusing manually
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
small screen (2.7")
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
not so great battery (510 per charge)
53
has manual focus
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
terrible battery pack (500 shots)
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon D5000 Vlogging info
Olympus E-600 Vlogging info
52
display is selfie friendly
offers face detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic socket
18
no video shooting
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Nikon D5000 vs Olympus E-600 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D5000 and Olympus E-600
 Nikon D5000Olympus E-600
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Olympus
Model type Nikon D5000 Olympus E-600
Type Entry-Level DSLR Entry-Level DSLR
Launched 2009-06-12 2009-08-30
Physical type Compact SLR Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed TruePic III+
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.8mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor surface area 372.9mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 2848 4032 x 3024
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 11 7
Lens
Lens support Nikon F Micro Four Thirds
Amount of lenses 309 45
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.1
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology - HyperCrystal LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.52x 0.48x
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 4.0 frames per second 4.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 17.00 m (at ISO 100) 12.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Fill-in, Manual
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/200s 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) -
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 None
Video format Motion JPEG -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 590 gr (1.30 pounds) 515 gr (1.14 pounds)
Dimensions 127 x 104 x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") 130 x 94 x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 72 55
DXO Color Depth rating 22.7 21.5
DXO Dynamic range rating 12.5 10.3
DXO Low light rating 868 541
Other
Battery life 510 photos 500 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL9a BLS-1
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $630 $0