Nikon D5300 vs Olympus E-620

Here is a thorough review of the Nikon D5300 versus Olympus E-620, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the D5300 (24MP) and E-620 (12MP) and the D5300 (APS-C) and E-620 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D5300 was released 4 years later than the E-620 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the D5300 scores vs the E-620 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D5300 & Olympus E-620. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D5300 Gallery & Olympus E-620 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D5300 has got physical dimensions of 125mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-620 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

See the Nikon D5300 versus Olympus E-620 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the D5300 compared to the E-620.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D5300 and E-620 is 68 and 71 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D5300 and E-620.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D5300 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon D5300 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger D5300 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.