Nikon D7200 vs Olympus E-5

On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon D7200 and Olympus E-5, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the D7200 (24MP) and E-5 (12MP) and the D7200 (APS-C) and E-5 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizes.

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The D7200 was revealed 4 years after the E-5 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the D7200 matches up vs the E-5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D7200 & Olympus E-5. The full galleries are available at Nikon D7200 Gallery & Olympus E-5 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon D7200 comes with outer dimensions of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") along with a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-5 has measurements of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the D7200 and the E-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the D7200 and E-5 is 59 and 58 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the D7200 and E-5.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The D7200 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon D7200 will offer you more detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively. The newer D7200 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.