Nikon D80 vs Olympus E-500

On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon D80 vs Olympus E-500, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the D80 (10MP) and E-500 (8MP) and the D80 (APS-C) and E-500 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor size.

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The D80 was revealed 12 months after the E-500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the D80 grades against the E-500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D80 and Olympus E-500. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D80 Gallery and Olympus E-500 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D80 features external dimensions of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 668 grams (1.47 lbs) and the Olympus E-500 has sizing of 130mm x 95mm x 66mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 479 grams (1.06 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D80 vs Olympus E-500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the D80 compared to the E-500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D80 and E-500 is 62 and 70 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The pic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the D80 and E-500.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D80 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon D80 will result in extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent D80 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.