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Nikon D700 vs Olympus E-5

Portability
54
Imaging
57
Features
56
Overall
56
Nikon D700 front
 
Olympus E-5 front
Portability
58
Imaging
48
Features
76
Overall
59

Nikon D700 vs Olympus E-5 Key Specs

Nikon D700
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1074g - 147 x 123 x 77mm
  • Introduced October 2008
  • Successor is Nikon D800E
Olympus E-5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 800g - 143 x 117 x 75mm
  • Revealed February 2011
  • Older Model is Olympus E-3
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Nikon D700 vs Olympus E-5 Overview

Here is a comprehensive review of the Nikon D700 versus Olympus E-5, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the D700 (12MP) and the E-5 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the D700 (Full frame) and E-5 (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The D700 was unveiled 3 years before the E-5 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the D700 scores against the E-5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon D700 over the Olympus E-5

 D700 E-5 
Display resolution922k920kCrisper display (+2k dot)

Reasons to pick Olympus E-5 over the Nikon D700

 E-5 D700 
RevealedFebruary 2011October 2008Fresher by 28 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Nikon D700 and Olympus E-5

 D700 E-5 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Display size3"3"Same display measurements
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

Nikon D700 vs Olympus E-5 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D700 offers external measurements of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-5 has dimensions of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D700 versus Olympus E-5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the D700 vs the E-5.

Nikon D700 vs Olympus E-5 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D700 and E-5 is 54 and 58 respectively.

Nikon D700 vs Olympus E-5 top view buttons comparison

Nikon D700 vs Olympus E-5 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D700 and E-5.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical megapixels but different sensor sizing. The D700 offers the larger sensor which will make obtaining bokeh easier. The older D700 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon D700 vs Olympus E-5 sensor size comparison

Nikon D700 vs Olympus E-5 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D700 vs Olympus E-5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon D700 Portrait photography factors
Olympus E-5 Portrait photography factors
64
has manual focus
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
low resolution (12 megapixels)
60
focusing manually
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
comes with face detect autofocus
exports RAW formats
low MP (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Nikon D700 Street photography factors
Olympus E-5 Street photography factors
53
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competitors in class (1,074 grams)
71
fully articulated screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
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Sports Comparison

Nikon D700 Sports photography highlights
Olympus E-5 Sports photography highlights
59
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
large sensor size (Full frame)
environment proofing
great battery (1,000 per charge)
supports phase detect autofocus
max frames per second low (5.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
59
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
environment proof
has phase detect autofocus
max fps low (5.0 frames/s)
low MP (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon D700 as a Travel photography camera
Olympus E-5 as a Travel photography camera
53
great battery (1,000 shots)
environment proofing
has built in flash
heavier than competitors in class (1,074g)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
56
environment proof
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
lack of Timelapse mode
low MP (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon D700 as a Landscape photography camera
Olympus E-5 as a Landscape photography camera
67
has manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
great battery (1,000 shots)
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
65
focusing manually
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
2 card slots
low MP (12 megapixels)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon D700 Vlogging advice
Olympus E-5 Vlogging advice
9
can't shoot video
64
selfie friendly display
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
comes with face detect autofocus
has microphone support
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
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Nikon D700 vs Olympus E-5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D700 and Olympus E-5
 Nikon D700Olympus E-5
General Information
Brand Nikon Olympus
Model type Nikon D700 Olympus E-5
Class Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Introduced 2008-10-07 2011-02-03
Physical type Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed TruePic V+
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Four Thirds
Sensor measurements 36 x 24mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4256 x 2832 4032 x 3024
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 25600 -
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Min boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 51 11
Cross type focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type Nikon F Micro Four Thirds
Total lenses 309 45
Focal length multiplier 1 2.1
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 922k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle HyperCrystal transmissive LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.72x 0.58x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 18.00 m (at ISO 200)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/250s 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution None 1280x720
Video format - Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 1074 gr (2.37 lb) 800 gr (1.76 lb)
Physical dimensions 147 x 123 x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") 143 x 117 x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 80 56
DXO Color Depth rating 23.5 21.6
DXO Dynamic range rating 12.2 10.5
DXO Low light rating 2303 519
Other
Battery life 1000 photographs 870 photographs
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL3e BLM-5
Self timer Yes (2 to 20 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Compact Flash (Type I) Compact Flash (Type I or II)/SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One Dual
Launch cost $2,700 $1,700