Nikon D5100 vs Olympus E-450

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon D5100 versus Olympus E-450, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the D5100 (16MP) and E-450 (10MP) and the D5100 (APS-C) and E-450 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The D5100 was released 2 years after the E-450 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the D5100 grades versus the E-450 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D5100 and Olympus E-450. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D5100 Gallery and Olympus E-450 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D5100 has external dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 79mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) while the Olympus E-450 has dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Nikon D5100 versus Olympus E-450 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the D5100 compared to the E-450.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the D5100 and E-450 is 66 and 77 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the D5100 and E-450.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D5100 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon D5100 will give you more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger D5100 will have an edge in sensor innovation.