Nikon Df vs Olympus E-3
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Nikon Df vs Olympus E-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 204800)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 760g - 144 x 110 x 67mm
- Revealed December 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 890g - 142 x 116 x 75mm
- Released February 2008
- Superseded the Olympus E-1
- Replacement is Olympus E-5
Nikon Df vs Olympus E-3 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Nikon Df versus Olympus E-3, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Df (16MP) and E-3 (10MP) and the Df (Full frame) and E-3 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Df was unveiled 5 years later than the E-3 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Df matches up against the E-3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Df vs Olympus E-3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Df and Olympus E-3. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Df Gallery and Olympus E-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Df over the Olympus E-3
Df | E-3 | |||
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Released | December 2013 | February 2008 | More recent by 71 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-3 over the Nikon Df
E-3 | Df | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Df and Olympus E-3
Df | E-3 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon Df vs Olympus E-3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Df enjoys exterior dimensions of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Olympus E-3 has dimensions of 142mm x 116mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Df versus Olympus E-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Df versus the E-3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Df and E-3 is 59 and 56 respectively.
Nikon Df vs Olympus E-3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The graphic here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Df and E-3.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Df with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Df will offer you more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger Df will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Df vs Olympus E-3 Specifications
Nikon Df | Olympus E-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Df | Olympus E-3 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-12-20 | 2008-02-20 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 3 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 860.4mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4928 x 3280 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 309 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.58x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 13.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto FP High-speed sync, front-curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | 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 | 760 grams (1.68 lb) | 890 grams (1.96 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 110 x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") | 142 x 116 x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 89 | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.6 | 21.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.1 | 10.5 |
DXO Low light score | 3279 | 571 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1400 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL14,EN-EL14a | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $2,747 | $670 |