Nikon D700 vs Olympus E-3

Below is a in depth assessment of the Nikon D700 versus Olympus E-3, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the D700 (12MP) and the E-3 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the D700 (Full frame) and E-3 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor dimensions.

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The D700 was introduced 8 months later than the E-3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the D700 scores vs the E-3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D700 and Olympus E-3. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D700 Gallery and Olympus E-3 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon D700 features external dimensions of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-3 has proportions of 142mm x 116mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D700 versus Olympus E-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the D700 compared to the E-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D700 and E-3 is 54 and 56 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the D700 and E-3.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D700 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon D700 will give more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent D700 will have an edge in sensor innovation.