Nikon D7500 vs Olympus E-510
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Nikon D7500 vs Olympus E-510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 1640000)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 720g - 136 x 104 x 73mm
- Launched April 2017
- Succeeded the Nikon D7200
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 490g - 136 x 92 x 68mm
- Announced November 2007
- Also referred to as EVOLT E-510
- Previous Model is Olympus E-500
- Renewed by Olympus E-520

Nikon D7500 vs Olympus E-510 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon D7500 and Olympus E-510, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the D7500 (21MP) and E-510 (10MP) and the D7500 (APS-C) and E-510 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

The D7500 was unveiled 9 years after the E-510 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the D7500 grades against the E-510 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D7500 vs Olympus E-510 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D7500 & Olympus E-510. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D7500 Gallery & Olympus E-510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D7500 over the Olympus E-510
D7500 | E-510 | |||
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Announced | April 2017 | ![]() | November 2007 | Newer by 115 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-510 over the Nikon D7500
E-510 | D7500 |
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Common features in the Nikon D7500 and Olympus E-510
D7500 | E-510 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon D7500 vs Olympus E-510 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Nikon D7500 comes with external dimensions of 136mm x 104mm x 73mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 2.9") with a weight of 720 grams (1.59 lbs) and the Olympus E-510 has specifications of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon D7500 and Olympus E-510 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the D7500 and the E-510.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D7500 and E-510 is 60 and 69 respectively.

Nikon D7500 vs Olympus E-510 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D7500 and E-510.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D7500 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon D7500 will offer greater detail having an extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger D7500 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon D7500 vs Olympus E-510 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D7500 vs Olympus E-510 Specifications
Nikon D7500 | Olympus E-510 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon D7500 | Olympus E-510 |
Also called | - | EVOLT E-510 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2017-04-12 | 2007-11-23 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 1640000 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 3 |
Cross focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 309 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Hot-shoe, Wireless plus sync connector) | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 720 gr (1.59 lb) | 490 gr (1.08 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 136 x 104 x 73mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 2.9") | 136 x 92 x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 86 | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.3 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.0 | 10.0 |
DXO Low light score | 1483 | 442 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 950 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL15a | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $1,247 | $550 |