Nikon D5100 vs Olympus E-410

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon D5100 vs Olympus E-410, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the D5100 (16MP) and E-410 (10MP) and the D5100 (APS-C) and E-410 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor size.

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The D5100 was manufactured 3 years later than the E-410 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the D5100 scores versus the E-410 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D5100 & Olympus E-410. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D5100 Gallery & Olympus E-410 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D5100 has got physical measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 79mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-410 has dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the D5100 compared to the E-410.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the D5100 and E-410 is 66 and 77 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the D5100 and E-410.

All in all, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D5100 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon D5100 will give you greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent D5100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.