Nikon D70s vs Olympus E-30

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon D70s and Olympus E-30, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the D70s (6MP) and E-30 (12MP) and the D70s (APS-C) and E-30 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The D70s was introduced 4 years earlier than the E-30 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the D70s matches up against the E-30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D70s and Olympus E-30. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D70s Gallery and Olympus E-30 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D70s has physical dimensions of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Olympus E-30 has specifications of 142mm x 108mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.3" x 3.0") and a weight of 695 grams (1.53 lbs).

Check the Nikon D70s and Olympus E-30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the D70s compared to the E-30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D70s and E-30 is 61 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D70s and E-30.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D70s using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-30 will deliver more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged D70s is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.