Nikon D600 vs Olympus E-510
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Nikon D600 vs Olympus E-510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Introduced November 2012
- Earlier Model is Nikon D300S
- Renewed by Nikon D610
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 490g - 136 x 92 x 68mm
- Launched November 2007
- Additionally Known as EVOLT E-510
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-500
- Updated by Olympus E-520

Nikon D600 vs Olympus E-510 Overview
Below is a extended assessment of the Nikon D600 vs Olympus E-510, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the D600 (24MP) and E-510 (10MP) and the D600 (Full frame) and E-510 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

The D600 was released 5 years later than the E-510 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the D600 matches up against the E-510 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon D600 vs Olympus E-510 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D600 and Olympus E-510. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D600 Gallery and Olympus E-510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D600 over the Olympus E-510
D600 | E-510 | |||
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Launched | November 2012 | ![]() | November 2007 | More recent by 61 months |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-510 over the Nikon D600
E-510 | D600 |
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Common features in the Nikon D600 and Olympus E-510
D600 | E-510 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon D600 vs Olympus E-510 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D600 features physical measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-510 has dimensions of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D600 vs Olympus E-510 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the D600 versus the E-510.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D600 and E-510 is 56 and 69 respectively.

Nikon D600 vs Olympus E-510 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The visual here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D600 and E-510.
As you have seen, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D600 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon D600 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern D600 will have an edge in sensor technology.

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Nikon D600 vs Olympus E-510 Specifications
Nikon D600 | Olympus E-510 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon D600 | Olympus E-510 |
Also called as | - | EVOLT E-510 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2012-11-13 | 2007-11-23 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 39 | 3 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 309 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.5 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | 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 | 850g (1.87 lb) | 490g (1.08 lb) |
Dimensions | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") | 136 x 92 x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 94 | 52 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.1 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.2 | 10.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 2980 | 442 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Launch cost | $1,900 | $550 |