Nikon D810A vs Olympus E-5

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon D810A and Olympus E-5, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the D810A (36MP) and E-5 (12MP) and the D810A (Full frame) and E-5 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The D810A was unveiled 4 years after the E-5 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the D810A matches up versus the E-5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D810A & Olympus E-5. The full galleries are available at Nikon D810A Gallery & Olympus E-5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon D810A has exterior measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs) while the Olympus E-5 has specifications of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D810A and Olympus E-5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the D810A and the E-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D810A and E-5 is 55 and 58 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D810A and E-5.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D810A having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon D810A will offer you greater detail having an extra 24 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer D810A is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.