Nikon D70 vs Olympus E-1

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Nikon D70 versus Olympus E-1, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Pro DSLR by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the D70 (6MP) and the E-1 (5MP) is relatively similar but the D70 (APS-C) and E-1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The D70 was revealed 5 months later than the E-1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D70 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Olympus E-1 being a Large SLR camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the D70 matches up against the E-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D70 and Olympus E-1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D70 Gallery and Olympus E-1 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon D70 has got outside measurements of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Olympus E-1 has proportions of 141mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 735 grams (1.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D70 versus Olympus E-1 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 are utilising at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the D70 versus the E-1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D70 and E-1 is 61 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D70 and E-1.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D70 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon D70 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.